WHO WE NEED:
We are looking for an experienced, skilled Welder/Fabricator. The successful candidate will be an ambitious, self-managed team player who takes ownership of their role towards continuous improvement and wants to succeed in making a difference within an organization. This person will also have opportunity to earn further certifications according to ambition and skill level.
Applicants with entry level experience and appropriate level of education may be considered and training provided.
WHO WE ARE:
We are an industry leading, professional, full-service CNC Machining, Certified Welding, Fabrication & Finishing supplier. Our reputation is built on Quality, Leadership, and Ingenuity allowing us remarkable and continued growth since commencing in 1989. Quality Certified to several designations, we support a vast array of clientele from industries including Nuclear, Mining, Military, Automotive, Agricultural, and Renewable Energy to Commercial/Personal classed projects. An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, the latest CAD/CAM software, and Project Management Gantt charts are just a few of the tools we utilize for the control and automation of order processing.
But it is the culture within our Company that we’re most proud of. A foundation built from Core Values allows us a respectful, honest, and fair workplace. Culture is better experienced than described, but in brief, you’ll find ours genuine, enthusiastic, transparent, supportive, collaborative, and professional. By joining our team, you will be part of a relaxed family-based culture that displays excellent work ethic and an encouraging environment.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- 4-day work week Mon-Thu 40 hours
- Group Benefits Package
- Health Spending Account
- Competitive wages
- Family based environment and culture
- Support of professional growth
ROLE SUMMARY
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Welder/Fabricator is responsible for safe work practices to produce quality parts/repairs using various cutting, shaping and welding equipment reviewing drawings, instructions or samples to ensure accurate production. This position provides a unique and diverse experience as we are a custom build-to-order job shop, not a production facility.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work to the requirements of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and N299.3 Quality Assurance Program
- Maintain safe work practices
- Adhere to schedule priorities
- Keep equipment/work area clean and orderly using 5S and Lean Manufacturing techniques
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Operate manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
- Operate profile cutting equipment such as plasma & waterjet
- Operate metal shaping machines such as brake, shear, bandsaw, ironworker, etc.
- Operate forklift and lifting devices – training/certification provided
- Operate hand and bench grinders
- Study and interpret mechanical drawings, specs and measurements
- Plan layouts (with minimal supervision as required), set up/fit components for welding
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
- Report damages on machines and equipment
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure for possible flaws
- Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify error/out of tolerance
- Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits
- Monitor parts usage and report on any material issues
- Finishing duties including sandblasting prep and wet & powder coating
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION
- GED or equivalent
- Interprovincial Red Seal or CWB tickets preferred
- Valid welding certification, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), preferred – training/certification provided as required
- Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines/ tools including design, use, repair/maintenance
SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
- Welding experience with steel, aluminum and stainless or similar role
- Competent fitting and welding (flat, vertical and overhead)
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and welding process specifications
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to use power and hand tools
- Steady hands, good hand-eye coordination
- Experience with routine maintenance operations
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Safety oriented
- Good time management skills being well organized
- Critical thinker with problem solving skills
- Excellent attention to detal
- Critical eye for identifying defects'
- Proactive, self starter ensuring job knowledge is current
- Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
