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Opta Glass: Re-Defining Recycled Glass for the Construction Materials Industry

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At Opta Glass, we are reshaping the future of construction materials by turning post-consumer glass into high-performance, sustainable building solutions.

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Why Opta Glass?

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We’re leading the charge in sustainable innovation with a bold mission to:

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- Lower Environmental Impact – Our recycled glass products deliver up to a 20:1 reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional cement.
- Divert Waste from Landfills – Our process minimizes glass waste, approaching zero landfill diversion.
- Improve Construction Performance – Our materials enhance concrete strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and weather resistance.

nUsing state-of-the-art cleaning systems and proprietary fine milling technology, we’re producing some of the most advanced recycled glass materials in North America. Our flagship facility in Waterdown, Ontario, with a capacity of 100,000 metric tons per year, is now operational and poised to disrupt the traditional concrete and cement industries.n

What Does This Mean for the Planet?

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Our production impact is equivalent to one of the following each year:

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- Removing 21,000 cars from the road
- Planting 1.6 million trees and nurturing them for over 10 years
- Powering 11,000 homes annually

nBut the story doesn’t end there! Our ground glass also extends the lifespan of concrete, further reducing environmental impact and lowering total cost of ownership.n

Join the Movement

nThis is Glass RE-defined™ - a breakthrough in green building materials. As the largest operation of its kind globally, our Waterdown facility is setting a new benchmark for performance-driven,



sustainable construction products.n

Be part of a company that’s building smarter, stronger, and greener.

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POSITION SUMMARY The Glass Operations Mechanic will report directly to the Glass Operations Supervisor and is responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and production tasks to assist with glass operations.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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- Perform all assigned significant maintenance repairs and upgrades in Glass Plant. This will include, but not be limited to:
- Bearing replacement
- Belt replacement
- Lubrication system maintenance
- Dust collector maintenance
- Small mechanical construction projects (welding, piping, etc)
- Air system maintenance
- Operate Glass Cleaning, Glass Operations equipment as standard but be able to operate plant legacy equipment if required.
- Packaging 1000 kg bulk bags of products via bulk bag loading system in Glass area.
- Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures.
- Monitor quality and record general production information (when required).
- Work in compliance with company safety, environmental and operating procedures.
- Cleaning of the plant and work area as required.
- Operate forklift and scissor lift.
- Operate front end loader for glass transfer and waste removal.
- Work at heights using fall protection.




- Must know how to SAFELY operate all equipment used in the glass production area.
- Maintain production at peak performance.
- Be well versed and follow SOP’s for all production and maintenance operations.
- Operate control panels. Operate equipment systems from a PLC interface (automated control)
- Sample and analyze finished product per quality procedures (if required).
- Assist with training of recent employees.
- Shift work is required.
- Report any non-conformities to management.
- Assist in investigation of customer complaints.
- Maintain written quality records.
- Must be able to communicate both written and verbally with management and through use of various productivity software programs as Sharepoint, Outlook email, Excel, etc
- Perform preventive/condition based maintenance inspections and services in conjunction with the Operations Technicians.
- Perform wear part maintenance and screen replacement (as defined by SOP’s) in conjunction with the Operation Technicians.
- Other maintenance procedures as skills allow.
- Effectively handle small tools.
- Maintain and clean tools and equipment.
- Other duties as required when directed by plant management.

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SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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- Ability to lift up to 50 lb
- Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting
- Capable of working in a team and independently
- Capable of following a production/maintenance plan while working independently
- Technical mechanical diploma is required
- Welding, millwright or other mechanical RED Seal training is required.
- Experience operating forklift, loader, and scissor lift is required.
- Must have basic math

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📌 Glass Operations Mechanic (Hamilton)
🏢 Opta Group
📍 Hamilton