Why Join Our Team?

Rinker Materials is a leading manufacturer of pipes and products in the United States and Eastern Canada for a variety of infrastructure applications, including drinking water, wastewater, and storm drainage.

Joining Rinker means becoming a part of a team that's committed to making a positive impact. When you work with us, you're not just building structures; you're contributing to the growth and development of communities.

Position Overview The General Labourer performs tasks in support of cement and precast concrete pipe manufacturing operations. The role involves collecting materials, cleaning and setting up forms, assembling cages, concrete casting, and general production support to ensure safe, efficient, and quality production within a heavy industrial environment.

The position requires sustained physical effort, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to work in a high-dust, high-noise manufacturing setting.

Starting Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm

Job Responsibilities

- Promote and follow company’s safety rules, procedures and regulations, including always wearing prescribed personal protective equipment where required;
- Perform general labour production in accordance with established standards, work procedures, work instructions and quality requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production;
- Participate in daily pre-production meetings, safety talks and required training sessions;
- Prepare moulds for concrete casting and assist with pouring and placement;
- Assist with the placement of rebar into molds to ensure proper alignment and structural integrity prior to concrete pouring;
- Rake, level, and tamp concrete within time required and to the required levels;
- Operate overhead crane or forklift to move raw materials, finished product, and other plant supplies throughout the facility and yard;
- Operation of various hand‐operated tools related to construction/production work;
- Measure,



cut, bend, and tie rebar using hand tools, power tools, and rebar-tying equipment;
- Report any defective moulds or non-conformances to the Supervisor;
- Ensure area is clean at the end of each shift and all tools are cleaned and returned to their designated areas;
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or designate.

Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Previous experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting.
- Previous experience with mobile equipment (forklift, overhead crane)
- Experience operating basic hand and power tools.
- Prior experience with concrete precast is considered an asset.
- Basic understanding of workplace safety practices and proven track record of complying with secure work practices and policies.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and production schedules.
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, including good verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors year-round.

Compensation The rate of pay is determined based on meeting necessary qualifications for Grade 1 entry position or Grade 3 qualifications.

Use of AI

Applicants should be aware that, as part of our recruitment process, we may employ AI tools to review, evaluate and screen applications (such as identifying minimum qualifications).

Vacancy

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Accommodation

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us to make arrangements at HRCanada@ quikrete.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.82-$33.18 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Education:
- Secondary School (required)

Experience:
- Manufacturing: 3 years (preferred)
- Crane Operation: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 General Labourer (Ottawa)
🏢 Rinker Materials
📍 Ottawa