bending machine set-up operator - metal fabrication

Government of Canada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Kingston is seeking an experienced metal worker to operate equipment and ensure product specifications. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and be familiar with metal fabrication processes. Benefits include health coverage and training opportunities. This is an on-site role with no remote work options.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Life insurance

Learning/training paid

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in metal product fabrication.
• Familiarity with various machinery and tools.
• Ability to operate in a noisy, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Check products for correct shapes and specifications.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment.
• Document work completed and investigate problems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

CNC machines

Welding equipment

Power presses

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Metal product fabrication industry

Responsibilities

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Document work completed
• Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together
• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist
• Operate plasma cutters
• Place stock on shelves

Experience and specialization

• Equipment and machinery experience
  • Drills
  • Power presses
  • Punch presses
  • Saws
  • Soldering or welding equipment
  • Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
  • Pressing machine
• Metal forming or shaping operations experience
  • Bending
  • Cutting machine
  • Forming
  • Punching

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

• Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Long term benefits
  • Long-term care insurance
• Other benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Travel insurance