Fur Dresser – hide and pelt processing Job

Company: Western Fur Tannery Ltd.

Business information: As Western Canada's trusted fur tanners, we have been fully committed to serving the outdoors man community for nearly 20 years. With over 45 years of professional experience in Europe and Canada, we strive to continually provide quality products in our tannery and shop. We believe in high quality and exceptional customer service. We proudly offer both Canadian and International products. Our talented team of highly experienced individuals is always here to help meet your needs.

Business address: 12840-53 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5A 0B5

Location of work: Same as above

Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job duties:

Notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment malfunctions
Operate and feed a variety of machines such as fleshing machines
Set up, maintain and make minor repairs to machinery
Push carts, trucks or cans of fibres from one work area to another
Clean machines and immediate work areas
Investigate machine stoppages
Assist machine operators and other textile workers as required
Adjust rotation and mixing action of vats according to state of pelts
Examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards
Mix dyes or chemicals according to established formulae
Prepare solutions to clean, pickle, oil or tan hides and skins
Shave hides to uniform thickness
Thickness control
Handle various species, such as fox, wolf, bear, beaver, otter, etc.

Requirements:

-Education: Some secondary school is required.

-Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience is required. On-the-job training will be provided.

-Tannery knowledge in chemistry, fur finishing, or experience in skinning is required.

-Must take direction and abide by safety rules

-Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Sitting, Standing for extended periods, Ability to distinguish colours, Large workload, Handling heavy loads, Manual dexterity, Hand-eye coordination, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Fast-paced environment.

-Personal Suitability: Accurate, Judgement, Team player, Efficient interpersonal skills, Reliability, Initiative, Organized, Dependability.

-Work Site Environment: Noisy, Dusty, Cold/refrigerated

-Weight Handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

-Language: English is required

Wage: $36.00 hourly, 40 - 44 Hours per week.

Benefits: Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Paramedical service coverage, Vision care benefits, Bonus based on performance,

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Important Information: The regular schedule will typically be Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm, with Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm. However, flexibility on schedule is needed. However, flexibility on schedule is needed as some days may start earlier and other finish later depending on the business needs. Overtime may be required.

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As Western Canada's trusted fur tanners, we have been fully committed to serving the outdoors man community for nearly 20 years. With over 45 years of professional experience in Europe and Canada, we strive to continually provide quality products in our tannery and shop. We believe in high quality and exceptional customer service. We proudly offer both Canadian and International products. Our talented team of highly experienced individuals is always here to help meet your needs.