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Assembler

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Mechanical Assembly

Wage Range: $22.00-$32.39

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

The Assembler performs a wide variety of electrical, mechanical and pneumatic assembly duties related to the manufacture of Valid Manufacturing Ltd. Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical products. This individual will follow guidance and direction from senior assembly and production employees, and provide assistance and support as part of the team.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Responsibilities:

• Mechanical and pneumatic assembly, electrical or electronics component installation.
• Wiring and testing of electrical product assemblies.
• Keep accurate and legible time records on travelers and in the time collection system.
• Maintain workspace, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and neat condition.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Must be able to plan, organize and efficiently complete assigned tasks.
• Work requires ability to repetitively perform high quality work by paying attention to details.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings for a wide variety of Valid products
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Must be able to plan, organize and efficiently complete assigned tasks.
• Work requires ability to repetitively perform high quality work by paying attention to details.
• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team.
• Shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical experience and/or aptitude an asset.
• Exhibits maturity, professionalism, and a customer-first focus
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Uses all hand tools such as drills, grinders, hammers, screw drivers, vise grips, etc., as well as power tools such as chop-saws and band-saws.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Must be able to work on ladders and/or scaffolding
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.

Working Conditions:

• Open to positive and constructive feedback.
• Fast paced environment
• Looks to continuously improve work practices and procedures.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.
• Shift work may be required and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

Welder

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Mechanical Assembly

Wage Range: $22.00-$38.64

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

The Welder in this role is responsible for using electric arc welding equipment to fuse aluminum, stainless steel and steel materials to support production of Valid Manufacturing components and products. The successful candidate is required to follow general instructions and work according to established trade and shop practices, as well as being able to exercise some discretion regarding specific procedures and work methods to complete given assignments.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Responsibilities:

• Sets up equipment and prepares surfaces to be welded.
• Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to engineered drawings.
• Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Removes rough spots from work piece using portable grinder, hand file or scraper.
• Keeps accurate and legible time records in our time collection system using a computer.
• Maintains workspace, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and neat condition.
• Required to identify components and assemblies by part number, type, function, size and color.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses British Columbia “C” Welding Ticket (or better) and is competent in the use of electric welding equipment (i.e. GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW) and other standard tools and equipment related to the trade.
• Experience with aluminum welding (TIG & MIG) is required.
• Ideally will have a minimum of 2 years of welding experience in a shop environment.
• Must be able to understand engineered drawings and specifications as well as be able to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations with limited supervision.
• Work requires the ability to perform a variety of both simple and complex welds.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in manufacturing or related industry an asset.
• Physically fit and agile, capable of standing for long periods, stoop, kneel, and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently as well as willing to contribute and participate as part of the team.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.
• May be required to work shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

Powder Coating Applicator

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Mechanical Assembly

Wage Range: $22.00-$32.39

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

The Powder Coating Applicator will work under the supervision and direction of the Production Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring the high-quality finish of our powder coated products. This Opportunity is suitable to anyone who is interested in training to develop a skill and rewarding career with a growing organization.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Responsibilities:

• Applies powder as per specifications and ensures quality of finish throughout the powder coating process.
• Participates in material preparation through pretreatment dip tanks.
• Applies masking for multi-colour applications.
• Manages loading and unloading of oven to facilitate smooth material flow.
• Keeps work area clean and organized; assist as required in the daily maintenance of equipment.

Skills & Abilities:

• A solid work ethic with a positive can-do attitude.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Will follow directions, and seek clarification of duties as required.
• Pays attention to details with ability to efficiently complete assigned tasks.
• Can perform well with little supervision as experience is gained.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in manufacturing or related industry is an asset.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to life up to 50lbs.
• Comfortable using a variety of power and manual hand tools.
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.

Working Conditions:

• Open to positive and constructive feedback.
• Fast paced environment.
• Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.
• Shift work may be required and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

General Labourer

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Mechanical Assembly

Wage Range: $22.00-$28.05

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

The General Labourer performs clean up, grinding and buffing, material handling, light assembly work and other related duties as assigned. These employees will be trained through on-the-job training and will be guaranteed to succeed if they can follow directions and possess the willingness to learn.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Responsibilities:

• Assists where needed in the production of Valid mechanical or electrical products.
• Participates in material preparation through pretreatment dip tanks.
• Applies masking for multi-color applications.
• Manages loading and unloading of oven to facilitate smooth material flow.
• Assists in preparing coaches for slide installations.
• Performs grinding & buffing of metal and aluminum components.
• Material handling.
• Performs light component assembly work.
• Keeps the work area clean and tidy.
• Keeps accurate records in our time collection system using a computer.

Skills & Abilities:

• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team, shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Uses all hand tools such as drills, grinders, hammers, screw drivers, vise grips, etc., as well as power tools such as chop-saws and band-saws.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to stand for long periods, work on ladders and/or scaffolding
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.

Requirements:

• No previous experience required; however, previous manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent is an asset
• Able to work evening shifts
• Exhibits maturity, professionalism, and a customer-first focus
• Experience in using hand tools such as grinders, drills and routers is an asset.
• The ability to measure and cut material to the prescribed measurements.
• Competent writing and reading skills are a definite requirement.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times
• Shift work may be required and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

Shipper/Driver

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Materials

Wage Range: $22.00-$32.39

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

The Shipper/Driver will work under the supervision and direction of the shipping lead hand.  This individual is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of company products, materials and documentation to customers, and suppliers.  This position primarily performs local deliveries within the surrounding regions, with the potential of expanding deliveries to other areas.  When driving duties are not required, the Shipper/Driver supports the Shipping department by preparing, processing and coordinating outbound shipments, ensuring all products are packaged, handled and shipped accurately, safely and on time.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
• Load, secure, transport and unload products and materials safely to prevent damage.
• Ensure accuracy of all deliveries
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Pick and package outgoing shipments
• Assist with loading, unloading, packing or warehouse duties when delivery schedules permit.
• Involved in the monitoring and handling of shop supplies and floor stock
• Use of computers to assist in material handling

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to follow direction and coaching
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Self-motivated, uses initiative, detail oriented
• Proven organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract (Drivers Abstract required)
• Previous commercial or delivery driving experience an asset.
• Previous warehouse experience an asset.
• Ability to use power tools – table saw, chop saw, power saw, nail gun, skill saw etc.
• Ability to build pallets and/or crates
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks

Working Conditions:

• May occasionally work outdoors
• Fast-paced environment
• Frequent travel using company vehicles, primarily within the local region
• Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times
• Shift work may be required and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.