Fabrication Department Operator
Are you a hands-on team player who takes pride in quality work and a safe, organized workspace? We are looking for a reliable Fabrication Department Operator to support our fabrication team by preparing materials, assisting with production, and helping keep work flowing efficiently. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, values teamwork, and wants to contribute to a busy manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with daily fabrication activities to help keep production flowing efficiently and meet department priorities.
- Operate equipment and tools safely and efficiently, following training and established procedures.
- Set up and operate the automated cutting table in accordance with work orders, drawings, patterns, and production schedules.
- Load materials onto the cutting table and ensure proper alignment, placement, and secure handling before starting the cutting process.
- Input, select, or verify cutting programs, measurements, and machine settings to ensure accurate cutting performance.
- Monitor machine operation during production and make routine adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Inspect cut parts for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications using measuring tools, templates, or visual checks.
- Perform routine cleaning, basic maintenance, and daily equipment checks to keep the machine in safe working condition.
- Complete accurate production records, scrap reports, and other required documentation.
- Prepare, stage, move, and handle materials, parts, and finished products.
- Follow work orders, instructions, and drawings as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Identify and promptly report equipment issues, material defects or shortages, quality concerns, and safety hazards.
- Work closely with team members and other departments to help meet production goals and timelines.
- Contribute to effective organization of the fabrication department inventory of raw materials.
- Keep electronic drawings, cut files and other files named appropriately and well managed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support fabrication operations.
Qualifications
- Experience in a manufacturing, production, or fabrication environment is an asset.
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools, and production equipment.
- Well versed in the use of measuring tools and strong knowledge of both the imperial and metric systems.
- Previous experience operating automated cutting equipment, CNC equipment, or similar manufacturing machinery is an asset.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, measurements, and specifications.
- Basic computer skills and comfort working with machine control software or digital production systems. (basic drafting and editing tasks)
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and a safety-first mindset.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and lifting materials within safe limits.
- Ability to read basic production documents, drawings, or work instructions is an asset.
- Knowledge of drawing programs such as AutoCAD or Pattern Pro is an asset.
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This role typically requires standing for extended periods, frequent walking, bending, reaching, and lifting materials within established safe handling guidelines. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment where exposure to moving equipment and noise may occur. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn as required.
Why Join Us
We offer the opportunity to be part of a hardworking team where safety, quality, and cooperation matter. If you enjoy hands-on work and want to be part of a supportive, hardworking team, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How long would it take you to commute to Cobourg for work?
Location:
Work Location: In person
