Block Machine Operator

Location: Markham, ON
Pay Rate: $30.72/hour + $1.50/hour Night Shift Premium
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Join a well-established manufacturer of dry casteconcrete and masonry products used in major construction projects across Ontario. We are seeking a mechanically inclined individual with maintenance experience to support the operation, adjustment, troubleshooting, and upkeep of production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Must be comfortable with loud and dusty setting.

This is a long-term, permanent opportunity offering competitive pay, benefits, pension contributions, and career growth within a stable industry.

Compensation & Benefits

- $30.72/hour starting wage
- Additional $1.50/hour night shift premium
- Company benefits after 3 months
- Pension plan with 2% company match after 6 months
- Permanent, full-time position
- Long-term career growth opportunities

Shift Schedule

Rotating continental schedule:

- 1 week Days: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- 1 week Nights: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
- 2 to 3 days off between rotations

Key Responsibilities

- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on block manufacturing equipment
- Continuously adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery to ensure efficient production
- Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs to minimize downtime
- Conduct mold and mould changeovers as required
- Perform pre-shift inspections and safety checks
- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all safety requirements
- Operate and maintain production equipment used in dry-cast concrete manufacturing
- Load materials and work with batching and control systems
- Monitor production processes and product quality




- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production line
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and work areas
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure operational efficiency

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is highly mechanical and comfortable working hands-on with industrial equipment.

Preferred backgrounds include:

- Millwright Apprentice
- Industrial Mechanic
- Maintenance Technician
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Manufacturing Equipment Technician
- Heavy Industrial Maintenance

Required Qualifications

- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
- Experience maintaining, adjusting, repairing, or operating industrial machinery
- Ability to read and use both imperial and metric measurements accurately
- Knowledge of different bolt, thread, and fastener types
- Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
- Understanding of workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Ability to work independently and proactively identify mechanical issues before they become major problems

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in concrete, masonry, aggregate, brick, or building materials manufacturing
- Dry-cast concrete production experience
- Millwright apprenticeship or industrial mechanic experience
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Experience replacing bearings, chains, sprockets, motors, and mechanical components
- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Electrical maintenance training is considered an asset

Work Environment

- Industrial manufacturing facility with continuous production
- Loud and dusty environment
- Vibrating production equipment is common
- Physically active role requiring standing, walking, lifting, and working around machinery
- Steel-toe boots required
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📌 Block Machine Operator (Markham)
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📍 Markham