Welder

Tigercat Industries; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-oriented culture

Profit sharing

RRSP matching

Training reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

EAP program

Job summary

Tigercat Industries in Paris, Ontario, is seeking a Welder to join our dedicated team. You will weld metal components for forestry equipment, reading blueprints and following precise procedures to ensure high-quality finishes.

We value safety, teamwork, and reliability. This full-time role offers day and afternoon shifts, competitive wages, profit sharing, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawing specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes including fitting with the assistance of a fixture and welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow technical drawings and blueprints to understand welding requirements.
• Ensure materials are suitable for welding and weld components accordingly.
• Follow safety protocols and wear the prescribed PPE.
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes to complete large welding jobs.
• Inspect welds to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated.
• Repair and rework welds as needed.
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met.

Skills

Read blueprints & drawings

Adaptability & teamwork

Physical stamina

Welding techniques & inspection

Job description

As a Welder, you are responsible for welding metal components together to form a final product that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, a combination of a strong understanding of welding techniques and an eye for detail to produce the highest quality welds.

Location: 141 Consolidated Drive, Paris, ON

Dedicated Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm, Monday - Friday

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

Job Duties

• Read and follow technical drawings and blueprints to understand the welding requirements for each product
• Ensure proper materials are selected for each job to weld together metal components
• Follow safety protocols and wear the prescribed personal protective equipment to prevent injuries
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes (overhead and/or jib), to complete large welding jobs
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Ensure welding machines are properly calibrated
• Repair and rework welds as needed
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure production schedules are met

Skills & Experience

• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and 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 team members, 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
• Extreme temperature exposure to weather changes (heat)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fabrication processes including fitting with the assistance of a fixture and welding
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, 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.

Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story!

Tigercat 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. Click here to read more about Tigercat’s Accessibility Plan.