Hunterwood Careers

Assembly Technician, Cochrane, Alberta

As an Assembly Technician at Hunterwood you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of Hunterwood projects – component assembly, hydraulic systems and electrical systems.

This is a position in which international travel is required. Employee must maintain a valid passport and ability to travel to remain eligible for this position. Up to 50% travel time could be expected during busy intervals.

Position Requriements:

• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices, such as cranes, jacks, and forklifts, to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
• Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain hydraulic systems and programmable logic controls
• Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts
• Operate machine tools, such as lathes and grinders, to fabricate parts required during maintenance or set-up of machinery
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery
• Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation by using hand and power tools and welding equipment
• Perform QC of work to ensure Hunterwood standards are being kept
• Build according to parameters described in drawing packages
• Comply with all stated safety obligations as outline in AB OHS ACT, Regulations, and Safety Code
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times when required to do so and work in a safe manner that prevents opportunity for accidents
• Participate in safety meetings and briefings and contribute to a positive safe and healthy work environment by taking a proactive role in safety
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Skills Required:

• Strong mechanical, millwright, and manufacturing background, as well as a knowledge of hydraulics an asset.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for 4-6 weeks at a time.
• Ability to maintain a valid passport

Education:

Grade 12 Diploma

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Mechanical Designer (6-month Contract), Cochrane, Alberta

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Designer for a 6 month contract to support the engineering design team. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, this role will be responsible for contributing to the design and drafting of the structural and mechanical designs of Hunterwood presses, parts, and accessories.

Position Requriements:

• Develop detailed designs of forage press subassemblies and/or accessories, based on understanding and review of preliminary design concepts, performance specifications, and constraints
• Coordinate with other designers to ensure appropriate interfacing with other subassemblies
• Create Solidworks models and complete drawing packages to Hunterwood drawing standards
• Populate Bills of Materials (BOMs) in Solidworks PDM for migration to ERP software
• Clearly document assumptions, calculations, decisions, etc
• Manage time and projects effectively, in line with priorities and strategic objectives communicated by management
• Assist other designers
• Maintain professional work standards, including adherence to APEGA practice standards
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Skills Required:

• Proficient in the use of Solidworks, preferably experienced in Solidworks PDM
• Minimum 3 years experience in mechanical design
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Professional registration with APEGA an asset
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic to intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office Suite

Education:

Degree/diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Project Manager, Cochrane, Alberta

Reporting to the Vice-President, Operations the Project Manager will play a crucial role in the business by ensuring that production projects are completed on time. In this role you will lead projects from beginning to end by defining goals, scope, budget, timelines and deliverables; and identify potential issues/risks and devise contingency plans. The successful candidate will also be comfortable with coordinating project logistics per the implementation plan, including equipment mobilization, labor mobilization, crew accommodation, tools and consumables, health and safety supplies and training needs.

Position Requriements:

• Build Production Schedules to forecast and track project deliverables
• Build Installation Schedules to forecast and track project installation at client’s site
• Develop Project Schedules to help in project budgeting, from a cost and resource standpoint, and to use in determining project viability
• Develop and maintain a project organization structure to coordinate and implement project activities
• Maintain positive working relationships across departments to ensure all project deliverables are met
• Ensure project deliverable adheres with client contracts
• Maintain project documentation for reporting and analytical purposes
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with clients, ensuring communication of all pertinent documentation
• Work with client’s project lead to ensure client project requirements are all met and maintain professional relationships throughout project duration
• Implement organizational and performance-based change initiatives
• Be tactical and strategic in decision-making around project implementation and execution
• Conducts project postmortems with QC and creates a recommendations report
• Remains current on best practices, legislations, regulations, policies and procedures
• Developing a project schedule based on planned execution using SmartSheet
• Assures project legal documents are completed and signed
• Commit to plant safety procedures and being an active participant in building a safety-focused culture
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Skills Required:

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience, with related education
• PMP designation and experience working in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Clear understanding of project management concepts. (Administration, execution)
• Organizational skills, multitasking abilities, drive and capacity to work in a fast- paced environment
• Strong knowledge of written and digital project management tools
• Ability to work independently with minimal managerial supervision
• Demonstrate understanding of project phases: tenders, contracts, conception, procurements, delivery
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as blueprints, tables, charts and specifications

Education:

PMP Designation, Grade 12 Diploma

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Shop Labourer, Cochrane, Alberta

As a Shop Labourer, you will perform and complete a variety of tasks for all the shop departments. This includes but is not limited to the welding, paint and assembly departments. In this role you will also be responsible for helping the day-to-day shop operations operate efficiently and smoothly. Some tasks that are included in regular duties are painting, cut and drill and various other tasks.

Position Requriements:

• Clean and prepare material for the painting process
• Apply primer and paint when required
• Unload and load the paint booth, set up material in a safe, efficient manner
• Maintain, clean, and repair equipment related to the painting process, and for other departments
• Maintain an organized workspace
• Track and store inventory of consumables and supplies within the paint department
• Assist various departments with assigned tasks
• Comply with all safety training, legislation, and regulation
• Where appropriate PPE at all times
• Participate in hazard assessments, workplace inspections, and seek timely resolution of safety concerns
• Be open to learning new tasks to support a team oriented manufacturing environment
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Skills Required:

• Experience in a manufacturing/ shop environment an asset

Education:

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.