Production Technician - Edmonton, AB

Job Overview

The Production Technician supports day-to-day manufacturing operations for Wildlife Mitigation Business Unit (WMBU) products—most notably Greenjacket® and Reliaguard®—by safely executing spraying, modifying, grinding, and finishing activities to meet daily production targets, quality standards, and on-time delivery requirements. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to work instructions, effective use of hand and power tools, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM (10-hour shift) with two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute break; overtime opportunities on Fridays as required. 

What We Offer

· Career development programs.

· Competitive Health Benefit Plan including a Health Care Spending Account.

· Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

· Education Reimbursement Program.

· Paid Volunteer Time and Paid Family Responsibility Time.

· Onsite gym and modern facility with lunchroom and outdoor patio.

· Active Social Committee & Helping Hands Committee; Employee Inclusion Groups (WATCH, MCM, Hubbell Pride).

A Day In The Life

· Achieve daily production targets while following standard work, blueprints, diagrams, and design drawings to accurately spray, modify, and grind custom-fit products.

· Operate and maintain handheld air guns and power tools; perform basic equipment checks and escalate issues promptly.

· Perform rework per design specifications; verify workmanship against quality checkpoints and documented tolerances.

· Monitor and maintain workstation inventory; support accurate material handling and transaction discipline as directed.

· Contribute to a proactive safety culture by following PPE requirements (including full-face respirator when applicable), participating in safety talks, and reporting hazards/near misses.

· Support housekeeping and 5S in assigned areas; adapt to job rotation across cells/lines as needed.

· Collaborate effectively with peers, Leads, Quality, and Supervisors; Participate in daily tier meetings as requested.

· Other duties as assigned to meet customer, quality, and delivery needs.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Experience:

· 1–3 years of manufacturing experience; experience with spray foam and paint is an asset.

Education:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

Technical:

· Read and interpret blueprints/diagrams, equipment gauges, and work instructions.

· Accurate measurement skills (imperial and metric).

· Proficient use of measuring tapes, rulers, and common hand/power tools.

· Basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Troubleshooting mindset; able to identify and escalate issues quickly.

Behavioral:

· Strong communication, listening, and teamwork skills; punctual and reliable.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities.

Physical:

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift 35–50 lbs as needed.

· Comfort working in varying temperatures and with approved hazardous chemicals (with appropriate training and PPE).

Certifications & Assets

· Valid forklift certification and/or electric pallet truck experience (asset).

Working Conditions & PPE

· Use of PPE including safety footwear, eye/ear protection, gloves, coveralls, and full-face respirator as required by task and procedure.

· Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to resins/chemicals used in coating and finishing processes.

· Compliance with site safety rules, lockout/tagout where applicable, and participation in safety training and drills.