Print / Insertion Operator

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Giving you the best chance to succeed!
At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

For more information on assessment accommodation visit the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/assessment-accommodation-page.html

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

A top down selection of candidates may be used at any stage of this process in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the process.

In addition to a resume you must answer all screening questions. Failure to do so in the prescribed manner may result in your application being rejected.

Interviews may be conducted.

Reference checks may be conducted.
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Please note that only those applicants who meet the education and experience criteria will be invited to the next stage of evaluation. We thank all applicants for your interest in this selection process.

Duties

The production centre is responsible for printing, inserting and distributing checks on behalf of the Receiver General for Canada. Our checks are delivered all over the world. Our clients are both internal to the federal government and external at the national and provincial levels. Our work environment compares to a factory with noise, dust, handling of paper. Work is under pressure and deadlines are sometimes tight. The job is to operate the printers and inserters. Training is given on site.

The main duties of the Print / Insertion Operator are as follows:

1. Use of printing machinery and inserting equipment intended for the production of documents.

2. Plan its production in accordance with the priorities established.

3. Follow all specific work instructions related to each product.

4. Perform general maintenance of machinery and production equipment.

5. Participate in team meetings and group discussions in order to improve the work process.

6. The work is done in an industrial environment where printing equipment noise and high speed of insertion is frequent.

7. Requirement to wear the appropriate protection equipment at all times.

Work environment

We are One PSPC!

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for the seventh year in a row and here is a list of some of our diversity and inclusion achievements:
• five diversity networks;
• a Task Force on Anti-racism, Workplace Culture and Equity;
• a national Reconciliation and Indigenous Engagement Unit;
• an Ombudsman for Mental Health (the first such position within the federal public service);
• an Accessibility Office and;
• a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Centre of Expertise.

While many programs and initiatives have already been implemented in line with our commitments to diversity and inclusion, we aim to get better! That's why we invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where individual differences are recognized, valued and respected. Be part of the solution!

Intent of the process

A pool of partially qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Public Services and Procurement Canada in the Quebec Region whose tenure and status could vary depending on the position to be staffed (indeterminate, determinate, casual - full or part time, as and when required/on call). This inventory could be used during the year to fill additional positions.

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent will be considered for deployment. If no deployment is made, applicants from other groups and levels will be considered in the advertised appointment process.

The intent of this process is to hire a Print / Insertion Operator who will work on a shift schedule on site, at our facilities located in Quebec City. Shifts are from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (on rotation).

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:

Successful completion of two (2) years of secondary school;
OR
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience in an industrial environment (noisy and dusty environment, wear CSA-approved footwear and any other personal protective equipment (PPE) required).

2. Experience working under pressure with tight deadlines.

3. Experience in team work.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

French essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

1. Ability to work as a team.
2. Ability to work effectively under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
3. Client service – Level 1.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Reliability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATION - EXPERIENCE:

Recent* and significant** experience in personnel management.

Definitions:
* Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last two (2) years, approximately.
** Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with the performance of duties for a minimum period for approximately twelve (12) months and of a complex nature.
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In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Be willing and able to bend down, to lift and transport items weighing up to 10 kg, and to safely use warehouse equipment.
- Be willing to rotate from one section of production to the other.
- Be willing to work in a noisy environment.

Conditions of employment

- Security clearance: Reliability status.
- Be willing and able to work in a dusty environment.
- Be willing and available to work shifts (day and night).
- Be willing and able to do overtime, as needed.
- Be willing and able to wear CSA-approved footwear and any other personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Candidates must meet and maintain all the above conditions throughout their employment.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Please note that only those applicants who meet the education and experience criteria will be invited to the next stage of evaluation. We thank all applicants for your interest in this selection process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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