Production Worker

Salit Steel; Welland; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Salit Steel in Welland, Canada, is seeking a Production Worker to operate shop equipment and prepare steel orders for delivery. The role requires safe handling of materials, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adherence to safety protocols.

The position is shift-based and based at the Welland facility. Responsibilities include identifying steel from racks, feeding and unloading machines, maintaining a tidy work area, and following work instructions and OH&S policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math operations.
• Strong teamwork and communication to coordinate with shifts and teams.
• Able to read and write English for instructions and safety procedures.
• Good physical stamina for standing, walking, and lifting.
• Commitment to safety policies and wearing required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate shop equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Identify and retrieve structural steel/rebar from warehouse racks to fill orders.
• Feed and unload processing machines and ensure proper operation.
• Maintain safe work area, check guards, and report unsafe conditions.
• Wear PPE and operate overhead cranes after required training.
• Use a tape measure to check material lengths and bends in rebar.
• Follow work instructions and company policies; adhere to OH&S rules.

Skills

Tape measure

Teamwork

English literacy

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Worker is primarily responsible for the operation of various shop equipment in order to prepare steel orders for delivery to Salit customers, on time and in compliance with company and customer requirements for quality, in a safe and efficient manner.

This position is stationed in our Welland Facility, 90 Centre Street, Welland. Shift work is required for this position.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

Operates machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner

Identify and retrieve structural steel/rebar from warehouse racks to fill orders

Feeding and unloading processing machines

Ensure machine guards are in place and material is handled in a safe manner

Must wear appropriate safety equipment as specified

Operation of Overhead Cranes (Training certification required prior to operating)

Operation of Cutting Saws, Rebar Benders and Shears ( Training Provided)

Use of a measuring tape to check material lengths and bends in Rebar Steel

Follow work instructions, procedures and adhere to Company policies and rules

Report any unsafe acts or conditions of which you are aware

Maintaining regular attendance, arriving for scheduled shift on-time

Maintaining a clean and organized work area

Adhere to the requirements of section 28 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a non-climate controlled environment. Temperatures will fluctuate in accordance with the weather and the season. Employees are to dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Continuous walking, standing

Occasional heavy lifting – Employees are to use two man lift techniques or other lifting devices for loads that exceed their ability to lift safely (eg. Overhead Crane)

Working in the yards and shops with the steel is dirty, so wear suitable clothing.

Physical Requirements

Able to work on your feet – repetitive standing / walking

Lifting up to 50 lbs ( 23kg)

Must wear hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, gloves, safety boots

Works independently and in a team environment

Hand-eye coordination

Accountability and dependability

Direct Reports

None

Core Competencies

Able to stand, bend and lift

Ability to read a tape measure

Read and write English

Working in a team

Basic math skills (add, subtract and simple fractions)

Ethics and Integrity

Communication

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a manufacturing or construction environment (2 – 3 years)

High School Diploma/ GED equivalent

Approved safety footwear is required

Previous overhead crane or fork truck operating experience is an asset