Job Summary

YieldPoint is looking for a reliable and motivated General Production Worker to support our manufacturing team in a hands-on production environment.

This is an entry-level position focused on assisting senior production employees with material preparation, product assembly, fabrication, packaging, quality checks, and general shop-floor activities. The successful candidate will receive practical training and gradually take on additional responsibilities as their skills, product knowledge, and independence develop.

This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, pays attention to detail, and wants to build a long-term career in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist senior production employees with daily manufacturing and assembly activities.
- Prepare materials, components, tools, and work areas for production.
- Support the cutting, measuring, fabrication, and assembly of components and finished products.
- Operate basic hand tools and small power tools safely after receiving appropriate training.
- Package and prepare finished products for storage or shipment.
- Perform basic visual inspections and quality checks throughout the production process.
- Follow build instructions, drawings, work orders, and directions provided by senior production employees.
- Accurately measure materials using both metric and imperial units.
- Label, count, organize, and move materials and components as required.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe production areas.
- Handle tools, equipment, materials, and company property responsibly.
- Report damaged materials, quality concerns, equipment issues, or safety hazards to the appropriate team member.
- Assist with inventory counts, material organization, and general production support when required.
- Work collaboratively with the production team to meet quality,



safety, and delivery requirements.
- Take part in training and cross-training opportunities to develop additional production skills.
- Perform other related production duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience in manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, construction, warehousing, or another hands-on environment is an asset, but not required.
- Positive hand skills and the ability to perform detailed, repetitive work accurately.
- Basic mechanical ability or an interest in learning how products are assembled and manufactured.
- Comfortable using basic hand tools and learning to operate small power tools safely.
- Basic math skills and the ability to work with metric and imperial measurements.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to ask questions, accept feedback, and learn from experienced employees.
- Positive attitude and willingness to take on different production tasks as priorities change.
- Ability to communicate concerns, mistakes, or potential problems promptly.

Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and work at a production station for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or move moderately heavy materials and products safely.
- Ability to perform tasks that may involve bending, reaching, walking,



and repetitive hand movements.
- Ability to safely work around production tools, equipment, materials, and active work areas.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Training and Growth Opportunity The successful candidate will work closely with experienced production employees and receive hands-on training in YieldPoint’s products and manufacturing processes. As the employee demonstrates reliability, quality, initiative, and technical ability, there may be opportunities to develop in areas such as:
- Product assembly
- Fabrication
- Quality control
- Testing
- Inventory and material control
- Production documentation
- Equipment and tool operation
- More advanced manufacturing responsibilities

Growth will depend on the employee’s performance, skill development, ability to work independently, and the needs of the business.

What We Are Looking For

- Takes pride in doing quality work.
- Is ready to learn and improve.
- Supports experienced employees and follows direction.
- Works safely and keeps their work area organized.
- Can be trusted to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributes positively to the production team.
- Is interested in developing into a more skilled production role over time.

Why Join YieldPoint? This position provides an opportunity to gain practical manufacturing experience while supporting the production of specialized geotechnical instrumentation products. The employee will learn directly from experienced team members and gain exposure to different areas of production as their capabilities develop.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Language:
- English (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Technician - Entry level (Kingston)
🏢 Epiroc
📍 Kingston