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Journeyman Electrician

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Electrical

Wage:  $58,000 – $81,000

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.

We believe that exceptional products with great customer service start with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

The Journeyman Electrician works under supervision and direction of the Electrical Production Supervisor and is responsible for a variety of electrical assembly duties as related to the manufacturing of Valid Products.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary, benefits and pension plan.
• 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
• Commitment to ensuring a healthy work environment including balancing work and life.
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally located community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Responsibilities:

• Wiring and assembly of power distribution kiosks, equipment and enclosures.
• Inspects, monitors and verifies work performed to assure compliance and completion within appropriate standards and regulations.
• Follow electrical distribution layouts and recommend changes as necessary.
• Keep accurate and legible time records in the time collection system.
• As required, provides guidance to assistant electrical assemblers.
• Maintains workspace, tools and equipment in safe, clean and neat condition.

Skills & Abilities:

• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team, shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematic drawings required for the electrical assembly of a wide variety of electrical related products.
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.
• Uses critical thinking skills to analyze problems systematically, organize information, find root causes and generate options or solutions.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.

Requirements:

• A valid Journeyman Electrician Certificate is preferred, however 3^rd or 4^th year apprentices with relevant work experience will be considered.
• Exhibits maturity, professionalism, and a customer-first focus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Must be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required to work shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and telling us why you think you are a good fit with us here at Valid.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence. (Please note that we are not accepting out of country applicants at this time.)

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.

Mechanical Designer

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $52,000-$84,000 per year

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.  We believe that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

Valid is searching for a Mechanical Designer who is responsible for the maintenance and support of existing product lines and over time will be responsible for the design and development of new products. This role may be assigned several projects simultaneously and will be responsible for their overall success, all while working closely with other departments within the company.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Company pension plan that recognizes and rewards length of service.
• 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, growing community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Responsibilities:

• Supports existing product lines and modifies products according to customer’s specific needs.
• Develops new product variants ensuring that designs are as cost effective as possible.
• Communicates regularly with manufacturing.
• Production and maintenance of all fabrication drawings.
• Ensures accuracy of bill of materials and fabrication procedures.
• Gains knowledge of manufacturing processes to support decision making.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-orientated, well organized with good troubleshooting skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to deal with setbacks.
• Work as part of a team with an ability to work independently when necessary.
• Take responsibility and initiative for the success of a project and work effectively with others involved.
• Open to positive and constructive feedback.
• Ability to take input from a range of sources and incorporate them into the best design possible.
• Ability to make quick decisions.

Requirements:

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma or Engineering Degree.
• Previous SolidWorks work experience.
• Good working knowledge of design tables and sheet metal parts.
• Must have competent computer skills with MS Office products.
• Experience in the design of weldments, machined parts and sheet metal parts an asset.
• Experience in relative costing of various manufacturing processes an asset.

Working Conditions: 

• Office environment
• Occasional overtime may be required

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

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and telling us why you think you are a good fit with us here at Valid.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence. (Please note that we are not accepting out of country applicants at this time.)

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.

HR and Finance Generalist

Location: Salmon Arm, BC

Position Type: Full-time

Wage: $65,000 – $90,000

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.

We believe that exceptional products with great customer service start with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

The HR and Finance Generalist will be the primary point of contact for all Human Resource functions while supporting finance/accounting and cross-department administrative needs.  This role is ideal for someone with a strong HR background who also brings solid financial acumen and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Company pension plan that recognizes and rewards length of service.
• Commitment to ensuring a healthy work environment including balancing work and life.
• Supported training and development
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally located community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Human Resources

• Leads full-cycle recruitment processes, including creating job advertisements, collecting resumes, candidate screening, and interviewing.
• Leads new employee hiring, onboarding and training initiatives.
• Promotes positive employee relations and a respectful workplace culture.
• Provides guidance and support to operations and managers on HR policies, best practices, and employment standards.
• Coordinates benefit administration and employee recordkeeping with the payroll administrator.
• Supports managers with conflict resolution and performance management
• Develops, updates and communicates programs, policies and processes relating to employee relations, health and safety, wellness, and other HR needs.
• Stays up to date with legislation (BC Employment Standards, Personal Information & Protection Act, Workers Compensation Act and BC Human Rights Act).
• In collaboration with the Controller, conducts internal reviews of compensation and job duties for both internal consistency as well as external market comparison and equity.
• Leads internal HR initiatives and projects.

Finance

• Provides hands-on support for various Finance roles, including AR, AP, payroll and Work Order processing.
• Provides support in the preparation of monthly reports and tasks for financial, HR or administrative requirements.
• Supports budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.

Administration Support

• Provides general administrative support across departments.
• Maintains accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Assists with scheduling, correspondence and company-wide communications.

This position requires:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Solid understanding of finance/accounting principles, and a minimum of 2 years of experience with bookkeeping or financial support tasks is required. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to maintain a strong perception of confidentiality while serving as a positive, enthusiastic and independent advisor for staff and managers.
• Experience in manufacturing using an ERP/MRP system would be an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with expertise in Excel.
• Above average communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strengths in building trusting relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, growing company located in the heart of the Shuswap. The right candidate has a strong handle of core accounting functions, as well as an aptitude to learn about and support other areas of the company. The base starting salary for this position is in the range of $65,000 to $90,000, however, compensation will be determined based on the combined education and experience of the candidate.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence. To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

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.