Assembler

Impact of this Role

As an Assembler, you will contribute directly to the production of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) products by joining components through a hand lay-up process to produce single-wall and double-wall shells, domes, and related products. Your work supports production requirements by helping ensure products meet quality and safety standards while materials are used effectively and production schedules are met.

What Success Looks Like

• Operate machines, equipment, and hand tools to cut, shape, splice, and fit plastic materials into parts and assemblies.
• Follow blueprints and drawings to join shell halves using the hand lay-up process.
• Install fittings, gauge plates, manways, and other components and accessories.
• Cut and prepare composite materials from patterns to join parts and assemblies.
• Make minor adjustments or repairs to products when required.
• Inspect your work periodically to ensure compliance with company quality standards.
• Accurately and promptly document information on process sheets and time cards.
• Use grinders, trimmers, measuring tools, rollers, and other equipment and perform required preventative maintenance.
• Work efficiently to meet plant production and labour schedules while managing time, material use, and quality.
• Follow health, safety, and security requirements, report incidents immediately, and participate in investigations as required.
• Build positive working relationships and collaborate with coworkers and team members to support production workflow.

What You Bring to the Role

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience is not required; direct experience in a fiberglass reinforced plastic manufacturing facility or a similar environment is preferred.
• Strong production and quality manufacturing skills.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a dynamic team.
• Ability to learn new tools, equipment, and materials used in above-ground and underground storage tank manufacturing and assembly.
• Ability to solve mathematical problems related to the position.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles is an asset.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including sustained standing/walking, climbing, balancing, reaching, pushing, and grasping. The position involves medium work, including exerting 10 lbs. of force regularly, 20 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. occasionally.

Why Join Mattr?

• Competitive wages with paid overtime and incentive bonus plans
• Safety boot allowance, PPE, and full safety training provided
• Flexible health, dental & vision benefits with Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness, mental health, and resilience programs
• Discounts through Perkopolis & GoodLife Fitness
• Year-round permanent work at one location + staff social events

Xerxes, a division of Mattr is the largest manufacturer of underground fiberglass storage tanks in the world. With nearly 40 years of direct industry expertise, we are recognized as both a leading innovator and a trusted brand. We are always looking to add great people to the Mattr family, people whose skills and goals match our mission and values. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment where integrity and passion drives operational excellence, Mattr is for you!

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All recruiting activities are managed via our applicant tracking system. Please apply online to be considered for this opportunity.