Fitter / Welder

MacDonald Steel Limited; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Oriented Company

Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing

RRSP Matching Program

Skills Development and Training Reimb

Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and E

Active Social Committee

Job summary

MacDonald Steel Limited in Cambridge, ON, is seeking a Fitter Welder to join our team and fabricate rugged metal components for heavy forestry applications. You will read blueprints, fit and weld parts, and ensure quality through precise workmanship.

This role includes an afternoon shift 2:30pm–1:00am with a $3.00 per hour shift premium, collaborative work with trades, and opportunities for skills development within a family‑oriented, benefits‑focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience measuring and fabricating metal components using various tools and equipment without jigs and fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to determine welding requirements for prototypes and custom products.
• Measure and fabricate metal components accurately using various tools and equipment, with minimal or no jigs and fixtures.
• Ensure proper materials are selected for each job to weld together metal components.
• Follow safety protocols and wear prescribed personal protective equipment to prevent injuries.
• Operate lifting devices, such as cranes (overhead and/or jib), to complete large welding jobs.
• Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated.
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Repair and rework welds as needed.
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met.

Skills

Fitting & welding

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Job description

As a Fitter Welder, you are responsible for welding metal components to form a final product that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, you will have experience in both fitting and welding metal components to produce high-quality fabricated products. Precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment are essential.

Location: 200 Avenue Road, Cambridge, ON

Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 2:30pm - 1:00am, Monday - Thursday

Shift Premium: $3.00 per hour for afternoons

Job Duties

• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to determine welding requirements for prototypes and custom products
• Measure and fabricate metal components accurately using various tools and equipment, with minimal or no jigs and fixtures
• Ensure proper materials are selected for each job to weld together metal components
• Follow safety protocols and wear prescribed personal protective equipment to prevent injuries
• Operate lifting devices, such as cranes (overhead and/or jib), to complete large welding jobs
• Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Repair and rework welds as needed
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met

Skills & Experience

• Experience in both fitting and welding metal components
• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Required to read and interpret welding blueprints, drawing specifications, procedures, and work instructions
• Assembly welding tasks require collaboration with coworkers, effective communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to make sound decisions when working on projects that involve multiple team members
• Physical requirements include standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending while welding for extended periods of time
• Extreme temperature exposure to weather changes (heat)

Qualifications

• Experience measuring and fabricating metal components using various tools and equipment without jigs and fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQs, pizza parties and more!
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We've got your back!
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children's Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

We're more than just a company - we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

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MacDonald Steel Limited strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.