Press Operator - Langley, BC

Summary:

As a Press Operator your primary responsibilities include the safe, accurate and efficient operation of the Orma Glue Spreader and Hot Press.The successful candidate will leverage a teamwork mindset in the production department and will coordinate the machines to maintain production schedule and adjust as needed to meet customers needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow all corporate safety policies and procedures, including PPE requirements
• Understand lamination process flow and functions of related departments
• Effectively manage time to accomplish daily tasks effectively and efficiently to ensure production is on schedule
• Competently operate all lamination equipment, including basic programming
• Read technical paperwork and drawings to interpret specifications and machining parameters
• Operate Glue Spreading equipment – loading, manual lay-ups and basic maintenance and cleaning
• Operate Hot Press Laminator to apply Laminates – loading, unloading and basic maintenance
• Ensure raw materials are cleaned and inspected prior to loading
• Maintain forklift certification to assist with material transport and machine loading
• Perform quality checks of inbound materials and final products
• Maintain clean and organized work environment during operation
• Participate in cross-training on other equipment as department requires
• Train other employees on safe work procedures, equipment operation and quality checks
• Understand department and company goals, strive to meet/exceed these targets
• Continual self-education and participation in training sessions of Formations products

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferably 1 year’s experience with HPL Lamination
• Forklift certification with preferred experience in a warehouse setting
• High school education is required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and able to push/pull in excess of 50 lbs
• Efficient machine operation with mechanical aptitude
• High level of concentration, attention for detail and quality control
• Strong measuring skills (tape measure and calipers)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and information
• Basic math skills – unit conversions, arithmetic operations, ratios and percentages
• Basic computer skills are required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and driven to continuously improve and add value to the organization
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Positive attitude able to work independently and as integral part of a team environment

Interested applicants please forward your cover letter and resumes to hr@formationswood.com

Design and Specifications Representative - Vancouver, BC

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Summary:

As a Design and Specification Representative (DSR) one of your primary responsibilities include creating new relationships with accounts in a dedicated market territory in a business-to-business (B2B) environment while building and maintaining a close working relationship with existing accounts. The DSR will influence design; assist design professional customers with design and product solutions to complete their projects. The DSR will leverage an innovative mindset to support their clients in achieving their business objectives while also accomplishing company set monthly and annual targets. The DSR will cultivate relationships with customers involved in the manufacturing process but also possess the drive and talent to develop relationships with architects, designers, developers and general contractors by translating client needs and branding strategies into design strategies through visual concepts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively make outgoing calls and visits to generate sales and specifications with architects, designers, developers, and general contractors as well as woodworking firms within the interior based building products industry
• Develop an assessment of the commercial and residential market and a strategy for building relationships with A&D professionals who can specify and influence sales
• Preparing responses to RFP (request for proposals) and RFI (request for information)
• Understand specification and the steps required to execute a specification throughout the complete sales process
• Introduce designers to industry fabricators where appropriate, with a view to ensuring both parties with a stronger reason to specify Formations products.
• Develop trusted business relationships with influencers of specified products. Including designers, architects, builders, contractors, dealers, manufactures with in house design etc.
• Prospect for product opportunities and sales utilizing the company CRM and 3rd party project tracking tools.
• Prospecting new accounts and making cold calls. Constantly set up Lunch and Learns as well as Product Knowledge sessions with Architects, designers and people that influence specification.
• Input daily interactions and product opportunities into CRM
• Manage timelines for Projects that contain our specified products
• Be an active member in professional industry organizations
• Maintain knowledge of the competitor’s product lines and identify and report intelligence on competitor marketing strategies.
• Provide timely and accurate technical information for product specifications
• Be able to work with our Vendors, sales desk, and warehouse personnel to fulfill customer requirements
• Understand the market price for the products offered by the company to maximize margins and have the ability to understand what products fit into the client’s budget.
• Maintain and manage sample tools and marketing assets
• Work with colleagues to maintain sample libraries at A&D firms as well within your Branch
• Continual self-education and participation in training sessions of Formations products to allow expert consultation with customers
• Follow up to make sure that product information as provided is sufficient and specifications are held through the bid process

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years sales and or industry related experience interacting with Architects & Designers is required
• Strong presentation skills is a must
• Post-secondary education is considered an asset
• Ability to conceptualize visuals based on requirements
• Solid computer skills are required to create and deliver product presentations
• Experience within millwork, cabinet or furniture industries is considered an asset
• Experience in the design community is highly desirable
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work under pressure to achieve monthly and annual goals
• Self-motivated and driven to continuously improve and add value to the organization
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Positive attitude able to work independently and as integral part of a team environment
• Ability to be a hunter and grow/maintain current accounts
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. multiple times daily

Formations is passionate about building a business that provides exceptional customer experience and inspires design. Our core values are respect, accountability, team, communication, and innovation. If you have a growth mindset and thrive in a collaborative environment where you have the ability to influence and are solution minded, you are a great fit for our team!

Interested applicants please forward your cover letter and resumes to hr@formationswood.com

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