ABOUT OPTA

From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to create solutions that enhance productivity and set new standards for industrial performance. Our mission is to consistently deliver custom-engineered additives, specialty equipment and technical expertise that solves complex challenges, optimizes process and drives long-term success.

OPTA CORE VALUES

SAFETY: We put safety first on our processes, our products and our culture to protect people and ensure long-term operational success.
PEOPLE: We invest in our people because their expertise drives the solutions that power our success.
CUSTOMERS: We build lasting partnerships by understanding our customers' challenges and delivering customized solutions that meet their unique needs.
INNOVATION: We continually seek smarter, more effective and innovative ways to deliver solutions, blending creativity, data-driven insight and practical application.
SUSTAINABILITY: We engineer solutions with efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability as our foundation, optimizing performance today, while strengthening the resilience of tomorrow's operations.

Moving Equipment Operator

The moving equipment operator has ability or certification (if required) to operate moving equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Duties typically include operation of a skid steer, forklift or lime conveyor. Will be required to assist with maintaining plant and equipment cleanliness.

JOB DUTIES

Safely drive Forklift or Skid steer
Perform preventative maintenance inspections.
Hanging or removing bags from hooks.
Operate scale

Operate Loading or Unloading Auger
Put shrouds on the bags
Perform inventory counts as required
Ladle Sand Hopper Mixing

Fill silo as needed.
Run Bobcat and crush the material at back shop.

General housekeeping
Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures

Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:

Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Healthcare Spending Account*
Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance*
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
RRSP Match*
Competitive Compensation Program
On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)

*varies by location

We thank everyone for applying however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Opta Inc., an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

As part of our recruitment process, Opta Group may use artificial intelligence–based tools to support the initial review of applications. These tools help identify relevant qualifications and experience. Human reviewers are involved at all stages of the hiring process, and no employment decision is made solely by automated means.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy and is posted in compliance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA).