Blade Machine Operator

Forum Energy Technologies; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies in Leduc, AB is seeking a Blade Machine Operator to set up and run CNC grinding equipment for blade sharpening, maintain blade inventories, and perform quality checks. The role requires adherence to Health, Safety and Environment policies and accurate documentation.

Ideal candidates will have basic math skills, the ability to work independently or in a team, and prior experience with manufacturing and CNC machinery. Overtime shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• CNC grinding experience for blade sharpening and maintenance.
• Documentation and record-keeping as part of daily duties.
• Basic math and measurement accuracy required for blade setup and quality checks.
• Understanding of rigging and lifting concepts for material handling.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team environment.
• Attention to detail to ensure product quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC grinding equipment as required for blade sharpening.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on sharpening machinery and equipment as needed.
• Promptly and accurately complete all documentation.
• Assist with controlling and maintaining slotting blade inventories.
• Assist with controlling and maintaining parts and tools inventories and department consumables.
• Assist production with other tasks as required.
• Work within and promote the HSE policies and practices of the Company.
• Work within the Company’s QMS policies and practices and where appropriate, recommend improvements.

Skills

CNC grinding

Forklift operation

Quality checks

Documentation

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to detail

Basic math

Rigging and lifting

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

AB-Leduc Sand-3911-77 Ave 3911-77 Avenue Leduc, AB T9E0B7, CAN

FET Variperm is class leading in service and supply, specializing in sand control engineering, completion and work-over tools and cased hole fishing services. Our very name derives from the concept of Variable Permeability– the ability to change permeability to control results. And that’s what we do: our customized sand control solutions allow us to respond quickly to the ever-changing variability of our customers’ vertical and horizontal well operations.

The (Blade) Machine Operator is responsible for set up and the operation of semi-automatic CNC grinding equipment, for the purpose of blade sharpening. Assisting with the controlling and maintenance of the blade inventory including ensuring a minimum inventory is maintained. Performing quality checks and ensures applicable documentation is filled out accurately as needed. Performing routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting as needed. This position requires distribution of saw blades to manufacturing operations, as well as forklift and overhead crane use. Shifts may involve various shifts and overtime hours depending on the scope of work and plant activity. Adherence to all company policies and processes as well as active participation in FET’s Health, Safety and Environment program is required. Additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set-up and operate CNC grinding equipment as required for the purposes of blade sharpening.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on sharpening machinery and equipment as needed.
• Promptly and accurately complete all documentation.
• Assist with controlling and maintaining slotting blade inventories.
• Assist with controlling and maintaining parts and tools inventories and department consumables.
• Assist production with other tasks as required.
• Work within and promote the HSE policies and practices of the Company
• Work within the Company’s QMS policies and practices and where appropriate, recommend improvements

Skills/Knowledge

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
• Understanding of working load limits
• Understanding of basic rigging and lifting
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Education

• High school diploma preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Prior experience operating CNC machinery considered an asset.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.