Company Description

Who We Are

Since 1985, North Star has been an industry leader in manufacturing attractive and energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors. Whether building a new home or upgrading to today's standards, North Star has an extensive range of quality, energy-efficient and full-featured windows that are not only beautiful, but offer exceptional value. We are committed to best-in-class manufacturing technology and ensure all our products consistently exceed industry standards. This is supported by a network of dealers with a reputation for providing quality workmanship and attentive customer service. For 36 years, North Star has been manufacturing quality windows and doors, delivering great service and providing exceptional value.

North Star Windows & Doors is a growing company in the building products industry backed by Cornerstone Building Brands, providing us with stability and strength in the North American market. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in North America with brands you've come to know and trust. We have endless building product options from standard to specialty to customized to whatever you're looking for. But it's our service capabilities that sets us apart.

At North Star Windows & Doors, we strive to produce a continuous stream of market leading products and services. We are creative and seek to recognize, embrace and apply new ideas and commercialize them more quickly than our competitors. We relentlessly seek to raise the bar on our products and services. We establish a reputation for innovation, quality and service that differentiates us from our competitors and enables us to tailor products and services to be the market leader.

Our building solutions are the cornerstone of the communities we serve. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Job Description

North Star Windows & Doors is seeking a highly motivated Millwright to join our Production Team. The Millwright is responsible for installing or dismantling machinery and equipment according to company plans, blueprints, and other diagrams. This will be accomplished through the safe and effective use of hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. This position also requires that the Millwright troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic problems with associated equipment. The Millwright is also responsible for repairing malfunctioning equipment, such as motors, pumps, valves, controls, and other machines.

Job Functions

• Ensure all work performed adheres to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal safety regulations, codes and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Answer break down calls, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment.
• Fabricate as required.
• Relocate lines/machinery as required.
• Identify and correct any problems found in machines, equipment, or processes in order to facilitate production.
• Lead, guide and teach apprentices and direct them to ensure successful task completion.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Complete all paperwork as required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of working safely.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Licensed journeyman, or class “A” certification.
• Experience in moving, assembling, disassembling, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of machinery and equipment.
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment
• Able to fabricate new parts to replace defective parts during machine setup, maintenance, or overhaul.
• Thorough knowledge of load bearing capabilities of the equipment to be installed, assembled, or dismembered.
• Demonstrated aptitude in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Accurate and highly analytical.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Great attendance record.

Additional Information

Work Conditions

• 24/7 availability may be required.
• Available to work rotating Days & Afternoons shift; 7am - 3pm & 3pm - 11pm
• Overtime as required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to remain standing, crouching or bending for long periods of time.

North Star Windows is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• St. Thomas, ON N5P 3T2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Journeyman/Millwright: 2 years (preferred)