General Operations Associate Jobs

AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including in particular front and rear impact assemblies, principally for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers full range of in-house capabilities including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, light weighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high performance coatings including chrome plating and automated manufacturing processes.

AGS is committed to delivering high quality, high value products to our customers, who include several of North America's largest automakers. For over 70 years AGS has stood behind our belief in quality, technology, and teamwork.

Our AGS Oshawa location is looking for General Operations Associates to join our team in Oshawa.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition, reporting malfunctions and deficiencies. Ensure adequate supplies of working materials. Practice good housekeeping.
• Ensure accurate printing of labels for labelling use.
• Continual inspection of parts throughout processes and labelling in some circumstances ensures adequate processing of parts.
• Visual inspection of parts and placement of same in accordance with work instructions for process steps defined.
• Perform any other duties that may be specifically or generally assigned.
• Carry out stocking activities to ensure a constant supply of solutions, cloths, gloves, tape, labels and other tools and supplies, using proper Health & Safety procedures for all activities.
• Work with other staff to accomplish tasks efficiently and effectively, to resolve production barriers, and to achieve maximum customer support.
• Report problems and quality issues to the Supervisor. Take corrective action where possible.
• The loading and unloading of parts from conveyors, WIP racks, boxes or other receptacles.
• Identify defective parts and place into rework racks, as per procedures.
• Work in compliance with the OH&S Act, use required PPE and devices, report defects in safety gear, hazards and contraventions of the Act.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform operations related to computerized or automated manufacturing equipment.
• Good verbal communication skills, and the ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, and flexible to work all shifts (days, afternoon, nights)
• Grade 12 or equivalent, or a combination of training and experience in a related field.

We are proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. During our hiring process, we will notify job applicants that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected job applicant requests accommodation, we will consult with the individual and provide or arrange for the appropriate accommodation taking into account the applicant's disability-related needs.