Finishing Technician

  • Full-time

Company Description

What's in it for you?

  • Year-round, full-time permanent work;
  • Indoor working conditions;
  • Working alongside a great team of talented individuals;
  • Building a world-class product;
  • Opportunity for advancement;
  • Family owned company;
  • Fun work events (Christmas Party, Golf Tournaments, BBQ, Vipers Games, Bowling, etc.);
  • Competitive Salary; 
    • Wage: $18.50 (starting)
    • Wage reviews are conducted after successful completion of the probationary period and bi-annually (February and August).
    • This is an entry level position with opportunities to move up into an Assembly Tech role as they become available.
    • Afternoon Shift Premiums.
  • Extended Benefits Coverage,
  • Employee Assistant Programs;
  • Profit Sharing;
  • Retirement Saving Plans;
  • Employee Purchase Plans;
  • Education and Apprenticeship Opportunities;
  • Boating Experiences. 

Job Description

As a Finishing Technician, you will work alongside Assembly Technicians ensuring all boats are ready to be shipped by their deadlines. This includes being able to work as a functioning member of the Assembly team and to have the ability to prioritize tasks and shift priorities if required.

What will you do?

  • Installing canvas, glass, decals and various small boat options.
  • Prepare completed boats and parts for shipping by conducting a thorough cleaning after assembly.
  • Shrink wrap boats and components using appropriate materials to minimize risk of damage during transport.
  • Conduct quality control checks throughout the build process to prevent errors and minimize loss.
  • Working efficiently within the team to meet shipping deadlines.
  • Ensure work area and shop are kept clean and organized throughout the day and at the end of the shift.
  • Follow all applicable KingFisher Boats and WorkSafeBC Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications

What do you need to succeed?

  • Experience operating shrink wrap equipment such as a tape-gun, razor knife and box cutter;
  • Work experience in industrial, manufacturing or a production-line environment is an asset;
  • Ability to quickly learn new job tasks and flexibility to work on different jobs as needed;
  • Good manual dexterity, legible handwriting and ability to read written directions;
  • High attention to detail is required in order to achieve quality standards;
  • Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying is required;
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

At KingFisher, we recognize and embrace the importance of values in our ever-changing workplace. To be successful, all applicants must demonstrate behaviours that are reflective of our values:

  • Understanding and ability to maintain a safe work environment;
  • Ability to work independently or with others to achieve a common goal;
  • Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter – follow direction with minimal supervision;
  • Willing and open to learn each day;
  • Show pride in work on a daily basis;
  • Effective verbal and listening communication skills;
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

  • Regular periods during which there is continuous physical effort is required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward;
  • Exposure to factors such as temperature variations, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, toxic materials which may cause periods of discomfort, high noise levels;
  • Frequent need to give concentrated attention, either hearing or seeing to work being performed;
  • Noticeable pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands exists.
  • Job Type: Full-Time

Candidates must be available for either shift:

  • Day Shift - Monday to Friday – 4:45 am to 1:15 pm
  • Afternoon Shift - Monday to Thursday – 1:30 pm to 12:00 am

We will review all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be called.