Shop Welder

Almita Piling Inc; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a skilled Welder responsible for precise welding on steel components. The successful candidate will have at least one year of relevant experience and operate various tools safely. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and requires adherence to high-quality standards in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing steel components.
• Prior work experience in a production environment is required.
• Experienced in various welding techniques and machinery operation.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, layout, and tack-up of various precision welds.
• Collaborate with co-workers to ensure safety and efficiency during operations.
• Read and interpret complicated prints and welding specifications.

Skills

MCAW welding

FCAW welding

Hoisting and rigging

Operating saws

Grinders operation

Interpreting work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Drills

Crane

Clamps

Job description

The Welder is responsible for set-up, lay-out and tack-up of various precision welds related to the manufacturing of helical piles. It requires the ability to tack up structures to tight tolerance, the ability to weld to exact tolerances and the ability to prepare the final required cosmetic finish with grinders and sanders. This role requires the use of a crane in a safe manner and hoisting and rigging knowledge is necessary. Welders move components and heavy pipe on and off machinery and throughout the facility. Welders read complicated prints and welding specifications in conjunction with Supervisor and Weld Inspector. Operation of various types of equipment such as grinders, saws and drills are also important functions of this role.

Shift Hours : Day shift from 6 : 50am-3 : 20pm Monday to Friday.

Wage : $25 / hr+

Key Accountabilities

• Works closely with Supervisors, Labourers, Operators and the Weld Inspectors to perform basic welding of milled steel.
• Fits up and welds various components for foundation applications.
• Collaborates with coworkers (labourers and operators) to perform safe and efficient set-up (including adjustments) of work stations, tools, equipment and raw materials.
• Understands various weld form symbols on weld drawings and understand size of fillet required.
• Reads and interprets work orders and produce to specifications, work from drawings.
• Welds on flat or horizontal plane geometry.
• Applies required procedural markings to the product (such as customer order numbers or traceability labelling).
• Understands various edge preps before welding.
• Reads real-time production data and meets productivity targets.
• Takes accountability for workmanship, welds to Almita’s quality standards and addresses deficiencies immediately.
• Follows weld procedures and improves procedures within scope of responsibility which are documented and communicated.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the latest welding industry advancements that could be utilized by Almita.
• Conducts pre-job / pre-task inspections.
• Ensures job specific and safety training is up to date and current as per training policies for all manufacturing employees.
• Works with Leadhands and Managers to reduce waste and reduce costs within the welding process.

Education / Experience

The following are required :

• Minimum of 1 year experience in manufacturing of steel components
• Prior work experience in a production or shop environment
• MCAW and FCAW welding experience
• Experienced in operating saws, drills, grinders, pedestal grinder, clamps, crane, hoisting and rigging and various fixtures
• Knowledge of industry-related manufacturing processes
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Manufacturing environment
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally
• Fast paced with tight deadlines
• Overtime is required to meet operational needs.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times