Laser Operator - Evenings

Elmer's Manufacturing Ltd; Altona; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift premium

Profit-sharing plan

Benefits

Job summary

Elmer’s Manufacturing Ltd. in Manitoba is seeking a Laser Operator for our evening shift to form production components and maintain high quality.

You will troubleshoot cutting issues, read drawings, handle denesting, and work with Laser and Plasma cutting equipment, with forklift/crane license preferred, and join a team focused on safe, efficient production. Our facility near Altona offers a dynamic, growing workplace with competitive compensation, benefits, and profit‑sharing.

Qualifications

• Ability to read drawings and understand production requirements.
• Knowledge of material properties relevant to cutting processes.
• Understanding of laser and plasma cutting equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot programming or cutting issues and submit change requests as needed.
• Replace miscut or missing parts to ensure quality parts leave the station.
• Assist in materials management and waste reduction including loading operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team lead and members to ensure production flow and deadlines.
• Assist with denesting parts and perform hands-on work as required.
• Suggest process improvements based on daily observations.
• Read and interpret drawings; ensure parts meet specifications.

Skills

Reading drawings

Material properties knowledge

Laser & Plasma cutting knowledge

Tools

Forklift & Crane License

Job description

At Elmer's, we’ve been equipping farmers with innovative solutions for over 40 years. Owning and operating our own farm we understand what farmers need and want out of our products and our company. We strive to provide our customers with products that will effectively handle even the toughest environments. Harvest after harvest, our mission is to produce world‑class farm equipment for the needs of the progressive farmer.

To meet the growing demand for our product we’re currently seeking a Laser Operator on our evening shift. Evening shift is 2:30PM-1:00AM Monday – Thursday with a $3.00/hr. evening shift premium. In this position you will form various production components and ensure quality work is maintained through every step.

Your responsibilities in this role will include:

• Troubleshooting programming or cutting issues and submit change requests as required.
• Replace miscut or missing parts to ensure quality parts are leaving the station.
• Assist in materials management and waste reduction including loading of Tru Store .
• Keep work area clean and ensure a safe work environment.
• Work closely with the Team lead and other team members to ensure production flow, clear communication and that deadlines are met.
• Assist with “hands on work” including denesting parts as needed.
• Make process improvement recommendations.
• Knowledge of materials and material properties.
• Understanding of operation and maintenance of Laser and Plasma cutting technology.
• Problem solving
• Able to communicate with peers respectfully
• Strong technical skills and ability to read drawings
• Forklift & Crane License
• Familiar with health and safety protocols

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits, and profit‑sharing plan, we offer a dynamic, growing workplace that provides opportunities for all staff to have an impact.

Our facility is conveniently situated near Altona, MB - 36km east of Winkler, and only 100km south of Winnipeg. Altona is an attractive, caring, and progressive community with abundant cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for all ages. With amenities and opportunities that rival much larger municipalities, there’s no better place to be.

Elmer’s Manufacturing Ltd. welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.