Careers

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is the leading window and entrance system manufacturer in Canada. We believe our growth and success can be directly attributed to the emphasis we place on quality, service and innovation and the involvement, commitment and enthusiasm of our outstanding employees. Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from diverse groups including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and/or LGBTQ+.

We believe in treating all people with respect and dignity and strive to create a supportive and understanding workplace culture.  We are committed to seeking out and retaining the finest talent and recognize in order to accomplish this we must focus on attracting, motivating, and developing employees from diverse groups.

Learn more about the benefits of being a Kohltech Employee here.

We are a dynamic company offering competitive compensation and benefits. If you meet the requirements for any of these openings and are interested in applying we would welcome your application. Please complete our application form and/or send your resume and cover letter (merged into one Word or PDF document) to the following address:

PRODUCTION WORKERS

We are actively recruiting candidates at our manufacturing facility in Debert, NS.

Our ideal production worker candidate is comfortable working with hand tools, is able to read a tape measure and understands the importance of producing a quality product. They must also have an excellent work ethic and attitude and contribute to a positive, friendly and safe work environment.

We offer full-time employment with group insurance benefits, including medical, dental, life, LTD, critical illness, RRSP and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide training, the opportunity for advancement, and a clean, safe, modern working environment.

We offer attractive shift times (days or evenings) and our starting wage is $15.00 per hour for day shift and $16.05 per hour for the evening shift.

Our employees enjoy fun staff social events and work in a team environment with dedicated and hardworking co-workers who take pride in the quality of the product we produce.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER

Reports To:                Process Improvement Manager

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is a leading window and entrance system manufacturer with manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia, Ontario and Edmonton. We believe our growth and success can be directly attributed to the emphasis we place on service, quality, and innovation and the involvement, commitment, and enthusiasm of our outstanding employees. Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

Job Summary:  The Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer is responsible to work with the Production Managers and Process Improvement team to identify and exploit opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, yield, and safety within various manufacturing departments. This opportunity is a very dynamic position and is best suited for someone seeking career growth opportunities within an organization.

Job Duties:

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify potential improvements in the areas of efficiency, quality, yield, and safety.
• Plan and implement changes to machinery and equipment, production systems, and methods of work in order to achieve the identified improvements.
• Document the new methods and processes and ensure they become ingrained.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and prioritize daily, weekly, monthly workload.
• Support for new product introduction by identifying tooling, and methods of assembly that optimize processing.
• Identify product and process improvements to improve workflow and decrease production costs.
• Ability to work within multiple departments of a manufacturing facility.
• Lead or participate in special projects as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be considered an asset.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing concepts and applications.
• Technical aptitude and ability to think logically.
• Leadership skills.
• Strong interest and knowledge in process improvement would be considered an asset.
• Experience working with quality systems.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Demonstrated computer skills and aptitude are required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Reports To:                Vice President of Operations

The Production Manager is responsible to ensure that manufacturing activities in their department are of exceedingly high quality and are conducted safely, efficiently, and enjoyably.  This individual will properly allocate staff to meet sales forecasts and produce on schedule while working closely with other departments on improvement projects.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor, manage and coordinate the activities of the Team Leaders, Teams, and Processes to achieve the planned results for an overall production line or lines.
• Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments.
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve safety, productivity, product quality, and on time delivery.
• Requisition materials and supplies.
• Train staff in job duties, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Promote positive employee relations through open communication.
• Report weekly on performance results.
• Plan and implement changes to machinery and equipment, production systems and methods of work.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree, Business Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Experience working with quality systems.
• Knowledge and experience leading lean manufacturing projects is an asset.
• Project management experience is an asset.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Demonstrated computer skills and aptitude are required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

WARRANTY SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is one of Canada’s largest window and door manufacturers. We believe our growth and success can be directly attributed to the emphasis we place on service, quality, and innovation and the involvement, commitment and enthusiasm of our outstanding employees. Kohltech has manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia, Ontario and Alberta. Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects of field service work, and based out of North Bay or the surrounding area. Responsible for scheduling service calls, completing calls, preparing and completing service documentation and working closely with Dealer network and end customer to ensure that customer needs are being met.

Job Duties:

• Schedule service calls in assigned territory a minimum of 48 hours in advance
• Coordinate service calls with dealer and customer
• Troubleshoot service problems and effect repair/ replacement
• Decide as to the appropriate remedy for handling customer complaints and fulfilling service obligations
• Complete service calls in a timely fashion
• Maintain all paper work in an organized fashion and submit to warranty department weekly
• Maintain and care for company property including vehicle, tools, phone, etc.
• Collect data and report on findings at weekly service meeting
• Dress in a manner that is fitting of a Kohltech representative
• Other duties as required from time to time

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of window and door systems
• Preferably 5 years of warranty service experience
• Proficiency in working with hand and power tools
• Understanding of window and door components and construction of same
• Capable of working with little to no supervision
• Ability to make decisions quickly that are consistent with Company policy/objectives
• Willingness to travel (within North Bay)
• Strong attention to detail
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and a strong customer focus
• Ability to learn new processes in a fast paced environment
• Must be bondable, have a valid driver’s license and be able to supply a drivers abstract
• Able to work overtime as needed
• Proficiency with electronic devices
• Knowledge of installation practices of window and door systems.

PAYROLL CLERK

Reports To:                Accounting Supervisor

Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems is a leading window and entrance system manufacturer with manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia, Ontario and Edmonton. We believe our growth and success can be directly attributed to the emphasis we place on service, quality, and innovation and the involvement, commitment and enthusiasm of our outstanding employees. Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

Job Duties:

• Maintain records for hourly employees including setting up new hires, transfers & resignations in timeclock database & payroll database.
• Perform data entry & reconcile employee timecards
• Process weekly payroll for three plants (Debert, Edmonton & North Bay)
• Prepare & issue ROE’s and T-4 statements
• Prepare and verify the statement of earnings indicating gross & net earnings & deductions
• Regular rate reviews to make sure employees are paid according to pay scale
• Prepare reports for tax remittance and government reporting
• Manage employee timebanks for vacation and banked overtime
• Verify attendance, hours worked and pay adjustments to ensure accuracy
• Provide information and reports to employees and managers on various payroll matters
• Assist with year end audit information

Qualifications:

• Grade Twelve.
• Completion of secondary school is an asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates with completion of college or other courses in accounting, bookkeeping or computer operation.
• Must have strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality record.
• Must have attention to detail and good time management skills.
•  Must understand the importance of confidentiality.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment.

Customer Service Representative (CSR)

Reports to:  Customer Service Manager

Location:  Debert, NS

Job Summary:  The CSR will be accountable for responding to dealer inquiries and ensuring the highest level of customer service. The CSR will work with our dealers to identify their needs, create solutions, and ensure a successful sales process for their customers. They will also support our territory sales teams, by fostering the growth of our existing dealers and supporting our efforts to expand our market share.

Job Duties:

• Offer fact-based product solutions to dealers and potential clients, to ensure our product offering meets their long-term goals.
• Respond to daily customer inquiries and promote the Quality and Service of the Kohltech brand to achieve revenue potential.
• Maintain service to existing customer base to maximize revenue returns.
• Deliver quotations for products to dealers/customers in an expedient manner.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge about evolving product lines.
• Proactive resolution of specific customer-related issues, and professional support of all customer inquiries.
• Daily internal communication with Production, Scheduling and R&D departments to meet company objectives and customer needs.
• Other duties as required to support our network of companies.

Qualifications: 

• Post-secondary education would be preferred or equivalent.
• Proven record of inside sales success would be preferred or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of window/door experience would be considered an asset.
• Sales experience would be considered an asset.
• Experience in the building supply or construction industry would be an asset.
• Strong communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment and without supervision.
• Strong level of computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Products required.