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

We are currently seeking Engineering/Science Student (Co-op position) for a full-time employment opportunity with our team in Ashcroft, British Columbia.

The Engineering/Science Co-op student would work from January - August 2027 and work with their assigned manager to meet strategic corporate initiatives and execute successful capital projects.

Plant Description
IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. Is a production facility that mines, processes, colours, and ships granules used for roofing products. Follow the link below to learn more:

IG Machine & Fibres LTD - Ashcroft - Qumu Player

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What Are Granules? How IKO Shingle Granules Are Made at The Ashcroft Granule Facility (youtube.com)

Plant Location
IG Machines and Fibers Ltd., 3745 Barnes Lake Rd, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation rate from $24.50 - $27.50 per hour.
• Opportunity to carpool from Kamloops or for subsidized accommodation in Ashcroft (based on availability).
• Flexible start time and chance for alternating Fridays off.
• The opportunity to learn and work with an industry leader in manufacturing and mining.

When you join us, you will:

• Work on engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical) related projects from inception to closeout. The projects will help improve safety and efficiency for plant operations and maintenance activities
• Assist the Engineering Team with project management, including tendering, negotiating, planning, installation, supervision of projects, commissioning & project closeout
• Work with Plant Staff (Engineers, Supervisors, Tradespeople, etc.)
• Shadowing personnel to create SOPs and SWIs
• Assist in the preparation of drawings and modeling to be included in projects using AutoCAD and Inventor
• Work on Health and Safety documents and procedures
• Perform spare parts optimization tasks such as generating methods to efficiently access parts for project closeout
• Performing other duties as assigned

Our ideal candidate will be:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate post-secondary engineering program
• Committed to health and safety of employees, contractors, and visitors
• Strong computer skills and familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Able to read and interpret drawings, proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or SolidWorks is an asset
• Critical thinking skills, and high degree of organization are a must
• Troubleshooting capabilities are an asset
• Able to work in a team or independently as required

Work Schedule

The hours of work will be primarily Monday through Friday {40 hours}.

Important note: Please include a Cover Letter and Resume as part of your application package.

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.