CNC Plasma Fabrication Technician (Rotating Shifts)

Russel Metals; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Benefits program

Pension plan

Development and Growth Opportunities

Various incentive and recognition 프로그램

Job summary

Russel Metals in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a reliable Plasma Operator to operate our CNC plasma cutting table and produce parts that meet customer and production requirements. The role involves loading and positioning steel, cutting, deburring, and preparing finished parts for shipment, with overhead cranes and forklifts used to move materials safely.

This is a three-shift rotating position (days, evenings, nights) in a safety‑driven, manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a CNC plasma table or similar CNC cutting equipment.
• Background in metal fabrication, steel processing, or manufacturing.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to read shop drawings, work orders, and measurements.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and troubleshoot equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and handle materials as required.
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating three-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC plasma cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, position, and secure steel plate and other materials for cutting.
• Set up and monitor plasma cutting operations to ensure parts are produced according to specifications.
• Review work orders, drawings, cut lists, and production requirements.
• Monitor cutting quality and make adjustments as required.
• Inspect completed parts for dimensional accuracy, cut quality, and conformance to requirements.
• Remove cut parts from the plasma table and safely handle material using appropriate equipment.
• Clean, deburr, sort, and organize cut parts as required.
• Package and prepare finished parts for shipment.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify maintenance issues.
• Report quality issues, equipment problems, and production concerns to the supervisor.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Maintain production requirements while minimizing waste and downtime.
• Collaborate with other operators to maintain efficient flow of material through the shop.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CNC plasma

Metal fabrication

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Reading shop drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Shop drawings

Job description

Russel Metals in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a reliable Plasma Operator to operate our CNC plasma cutting table and produce parts that meet customer and production requirements. The role involves loading and positioning steel, cutting, deburring, and preparing finished parts for shipment, with overhead cranes and forklifts used to move materials safely.

This is a three-shift rotating position (days, evenings, nights) in a safety‑driven, manufacturing environment.