Engineering Co-Op

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Our Madoc, ON facility operates a fully integrated mining and manufacturing site where we produce and distribute coloured granules used in shingle production. The operation includes a 400-acre open pit mine, an industrial crushing and colouring plant, distribution services, and ongoing construction projects.

As a mining and rock-crushing environment, this role involves working in an active industrial setting. The plant is not climate controlled, and operations create naturally dusty conditions. Access throughout both five-level plants is via platforms and open-grated stairs.

Located 30 minutes north of Belleville, ON, Madoc is a rural community of approximately 1,000 residents. The plant is situated 5 km west of town in a country setting. Company-owned housing is available free of charge next to the facility. Please note that reliable personal transportation is required, as public transit is not available in the area.

When you join us you will:

The job responsibilities consist of a combination of maintenance duties, project management and design engineering (all depending on student's capability) Some of the responsibilities include:

• Manage aspects of implementing capital and non capital projects on or before schedule, at or under budget.
• Assist in designing, installing and commissioning new production units, monitoring modifications and upgrades, and troubleshooting existing processes.
• Contribute in defining project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management.
• Track project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. 
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations to ensure mutual understanding of project deliverables, status and results at all organizational levels.
• Updating instructional documentation by shadowing employees on their daily routines.
  Work closely with hourly employees on the shop floor and the JHSC to come up with solutions to improve Safety​.
   

Our ideal candidate would be:

• Current student enrolled in an Engineering program ( Excluding Computer/Software)
• Basic detail and conceptual design skills; proficient with MS Office
• Excellent organization, analytical, problem solving & trouble shooting skills
• Strong communication (written, verbal, and presentation) and interpersonal skills  
• Ability to work effectively in a team, develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of people/personalities
• Interest in heavy production and mining applications
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, quality, detail and time management while meeting goals, budget and deadlines 
• Experience with MP2, AutoCAD, Inventor 3D, or Maximo considered an asset

Wage:

• $22/hour - $25/hour

Transportation and Housing:

Transport - Candidates must arrange for their own transportation. This is a very rural setting and no form of public transportation is available, therefore access to your own vehicle is required

Housing - Accommodation local to the plant (2 minute drive) is available as part of the Co-op placement at no extra cost

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.