Art Production Associate

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada | Production | Full-time

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Company Description 

Mercana is one of North America’s leading home furnishings wholesalers, serving interior designers and retail partners worldwide. As a “design-first” company, we produce unique pieces for the home each season, including wall art, furniture, lighting, and home decor accessories. 

The Production Associate plays a crucial role in creating our stunning made-to-order photography and wall art pieces. The Production Associate works in stations on the production floor based on the flow of customer orders, with safety as a top priority. The Production Associate will grow in responsibility by mastering all the Production functions over time. 

Job Duties

  • Operate saws and machinery to cut frames, glass and mirrors
  • Prepare prints or canvases with coating treatments according to specifications
  • Using knowledge of various mediums and materials, prepare surfaces and use equipment to apply paint and texture to canvas, wood boards, glass or mirrors.
  • Oversee the printing runs based on daily production orders to ensure orders are loaded and printed to specifications.
  • Stretch, trim and assemble canvas and framed art according to the company standard
  • Monitor the quality of products and ensure they are not damaged, dirty or defective
  • Prepare and construct custom boxes for packing art pieces
  • Work on various stations in the production line and ensure production targets are being maintained
  • Follow all health and safety standards
  • Maintain a clean workstation on the production flow
  • Cross-functional training to support business needs
  • Perform other tasks as required

Qualifications: 

  • Positive attitude and reliable 

  • Must have experience with production or artistic materials 

  • Must be able to read and understand units of measurement  

  • Must have a keen eye for detail, steady hands and the ability to work with precision. 

  • Must be able to work with large-sized art pieces 

  • Candidates must be physically fit, as there is repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting  

  • Remain standing for long periods of time.  

  • Safely lift, carry and move material and tools up to 50 lbs.  

  • Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required  

  • Reliable Transportation to/from the facility is an asset 

  • Steel-toed safety shoes are required. Additional PPE will be provided. 

The successful candidate will be a well-organized team player who prioritizes safety while pursuing quality work. Above all, they possess a positive attitude that contributes to our respectful work environment. 

 

What we offer: 

At Mercana, we want to continually invest in our greatest resource – our people. We hope to make your employment experience with us the best possible with employee rewards and benefits that contribute to a balanced and enjoyable lifestyle for you and your family. Here is what you can expect from us: 

  • Competitive Salary Packages 

  • Starting wage: $18/hr, with potential for more, based on experience.  

  • Monday to Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

  • Two weeks of annual vacation leave 

  • Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family 

  • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for Mercana staff on all furniture, lighting, and accessories 

  • A dynamic work environment with a great group of people 

  • Company-funded events 

  • Career development potential 

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