Wire Cutting Associate in KINGSTON, ONTARIO
Are you looking to build a rewarding career in the manufacturing & logistics sector? As a global leader in talent solutions, Randstad is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Wire Cutting Associate to join a dynamic warehouse team. In this role, you will be at the heart of manufacturing & logistics operations, ensuring that wire and cable orders are accurately measured, cut, and prepared for customers and branch transfers. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your material-handling skills in a fast-paced environment where safety, precision, and customer service are the top priorities.
As a Wire Cutting Associate within the manufacturing & logistics field, you will operate specialized wire-cutting equipment, maintain inventory accuracy using WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), and ensure all products meet strict quality standards before shipment. By aligning with O*Net standards for Cutting and Punching Machine Operators, this role emphasizes strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to interpret technical order documents, and a commitment to operational excellence.
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Assignment is for a couple of months, with the abiliity to turn into a permanent position.
Straight Days: Monday to Friday - 8am to 4:30pm
$20.50/hr
Advantages
Advantages
- Competitive starting wage of $20.50/hour
- Transition opportunity from a contract of a couple of months to a permanent position
- Comprehensive training on wire-cutting equipment and safe-operating procedures
- A clean, organized, and safety-first warehouse environment
- Opportunity to grow your career within the manufacturing & logistics industry
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Review sales orders, transfer documents, and picking tickets to confirm product requirements
- Accurately measure and cut wire and cable to the required lengths
- Operate wire-cutting equipment safely and efficiently
- Verify wire type, gauge, color, quantity, and length before cutting
- Label, coil, package, and secure wire for shipment or customer pickup
- Prevent product damage and inspect wire and cable for visible defects before processing
- Record cut lengths and update inventory information accurately
- Maintain an organized and clean wire-cutting area
- Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies
- Communicate shortages, damaged product, equipment issues, or order discrepancies to the supervisor
- Work cooperatively with the warehouse team to support accurate and timely order fulfillment
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measuring and labeling
- Ability to read and interpret product descriptions, measurements, and order documents
- Basic math skills, including the ability to work confidently with measurements and fractions
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Qualifications
Requirements
- Previous warehouse, material-handling, or wire-cutting experience is a strong asset
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull wire and cable products safely (50+ lbs)
- Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently bend, reach, and kneel
- Ability to handle products of varying weights and sizes using proper lifting techniques
- Mandatory use of required personal protective equipment (safety footwear, gloves, eye protection)
- Commitment to reporting hazards, following lockout procedures, and never bypassing safety guards
- Reliable attendance and a positive, professional attitude
Summary
We are your partner for talent, helping you not just find a job you love, but also build a successful career that offers work-life balance and professional fulfillment. We care about your professional well-being, and we stay actively engaged throughout your career journey to ensure you get the opportunities and support you want when you need them. Offering training and coaching, flexibility, and equitable access to job opportunities across the professional, operational, and tech landscapes, we guide you towards work that fits your skills, expertise, and ambitions, while ensuring you stay relevant in the changing world of work. With Randstad, you are supported every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident in yourself, satisfied in your career, and valued for your contributions. Reach out today to explore this or other exciting openings!
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