Company Overview
Channel Industrial, a family run business with over 30 years of experience, is honored to have received the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury 2024 Economic Development Award for our contributions to industry innovation and community growth. Channel is a CWB-certified welding company, with welding operations certified for structural steel, aluminum, and rebar fabrication in accordance with applicable CSA standards. We are a Canadian based leader in design and fabrication of custom metal products located in the heart of Bradford, Ontario. Our continuous growth has led to the recent upgrade of our state-of-the-art facility with late model and large capacity machining centers. We serve a wide range of business sectors, offering our employees the opportunity to work on a diverse and exciting array of projects. If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative environment where personal growth is encouraged and development is supported, we invite you to join our team.
Job Summary
Channel Industrial Group is seeking a detail-oriented CNC Plasma Operator to join our Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario facility. In this role, you will set up, program and operate Hypertherm plasma cutting tables to produce high-precision steel parts. You’ll work from blueprints and work orders, perform in-process quality inspections, handle routine machine maintenance, and ensure compliance with all safety and production standards in a fast-paced fabrication environment.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years operating Messer (or equivalent) CNC plasma / oxyfuel cutting tables
Certifications & Safety
- Forklift and overhead-crane operator certification
- Familiarity with OHSA and R.S.O. 1990, C.O.1 regulations and strong safety record
Technical Skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings and GD&T
- Strong understanding of multi-axis profile cutting
- Proficiency with on-console programming, nesting software and basic machine maintenance
- Comprehensive math aptitude and mechanical troubleshooting skills
Physical & Communication
- Able to lift 25 kg regularly and handle repetitive motions
- Excellent verbal and written English skills
- Flexibility to work afternoon, and occasional weekend shifts
Responsibilities
Machine Setup & Operation
- Load programs or manually enter simple part profiles
- Adjust cutting parameters (speed, feed rate, kerf offset, torch height)
Quality Assurance
- Perform first-piece inspections and in-process checks using precision tools
- Record dimensions and flag out-of-tolerance parts for correction
Maintenance
- Change consumables (nozzles, shields, electrodes) and perform daily/weekly preventative maintenance
- Keep cutting area clean, remove scrap, and deburr finished parts
Material Handling & Inventory
- Use forklift or crane to load/unload plate and finished parts
- Update stock levels in real time and ensure minimum consumable thresholds
Collaboration & Communication
- Coordinate with yard crew, welders and other departments to plan workloads
- Report machine issues promptly and suggest improvements
Safety Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE at all times
- Participate in routine safety audits and toolbox talks
Channel is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
If you’re passionate about delivering quality craftsmanship and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply today. Let’s build something great together!
For more information about the company, please visit our website at https://www.channelind.com/.
Pay: $28.00-$33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
