Description

Required immediately, our ABBOTSFORD Branch is seeking a Full Time CUSTOM STONE FABRICATOR.

FLOFORM Countertops is a Canadian company with its head office in Winnipeg, MB and has 16 branches and 5 manufacturing facilities located in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. FLOFORM manufactures, sells and installs over 20,000 premium surface countertops a year. Established in 1961, FLOFORM is proud to be one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.

Position Summary:

Custom Fabricators in our Stone Plants are focused on assembling and fabricating our more ornate and elaborate countertop jobs, turning stone into a beautiful works of art! This role is responsible for a variety of tasks in the shop to make this happen, including grinding, polishing, laminating, sealing, and inspecting our countertops. The position requires the safe and efficient use of a variety of equipment and mechanical lifters. Our shop is a team based environment, and we are looking for someone who is can get along with others and support maintaining a safe, efficient and enjoyable work environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• 1+ years' experience in a similar role with stone fabrication on natural and engineered stones, including porcelain
• Must be hard working, motivated, well organized and task oriented.
• Basic computer skills, MS Office
• Strong communication (both written and verbal)
• Ability to measure accurately with a tape measure and calipers (Metric and Imperial)
• Demonstrated knowledge of stone fabrication and hand tools (polishers, grinders, lift support equipment etc.)
• Has or can obtain forklift operator's certificate
• Strong attention to detail.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to withstand exposure to water (hands/feet) for extended periods of time
• Able to work with hand tools using wrist and fine manipulation for long periods of time
• Able to lift 60-100lbs occasionally

Duties and Responsibilities

• Grinds, polishes, contours, measures and inspects stone tops to conform to template specifications
• Prepares and cuts edging pieces to size as per specifications. Laminates stacked or mitered edges using correct process and adhesives
• Polishes, fills and repairs areas to remove surface defects
• Reviews technical drawings of stone tops to understand edging or modification requirements/dimensions
• Maintains a safe work area, clean and clear of debris and clutter. Using water at all times to remove silica dust from the environment
• Sets up work area by loading stone tops onto carts, using safe lifting practices and mechanical lift support when required
• Utilizes computer systems to update order status, and mark progress
• Unloads parts from work areas onto storage/shipping frames as required
• Reviews workspace for cleanliness and safety.
• Must be able to follow safety rules and work safely around equipment, cranes and forklifts
• Supports loading and unloading of equipment with guidance for efficient operation
• Supports other work areas as required and assigned by Supervisor
• Attends and participates in team huddles and training activities
• Other duties as assigned

FLOFORM is proud to offer the successful Candidate:

• Wage $28-35 per hour. Depending on experience
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Paid sick days
• RRSP matching

FLOFORM Countertops offers a positive and fun working environment that rewards those who share in our mission: “To consistently provide our Customers the best countertop purchasing experience available.”

Should this opportunity be of interest to you, contact us today!!!

Submit a resume/application at www.floform.com/careers

We look forward to meeting you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.