Welder/Fitter

Maclean-Engineering-; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Paid sick leave

Overtime after 40 hours

Shift premium $1.50

Uniforms provided

Benefits program

Job summary

MacLean Engineering is seeking a skilled Welder/Fitter to join our Collingwood aftermarket production team. You will weld and fit heavy components per engineering drawings, using Miller GMAW equipment and 0.045” wire, while maintaining quality and productivity on an afternoon/weekend shift.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years’ GMAW experience on heavy weldments, reading blueprints, and a safety-first mindset. Training options include crane operation and CSA W59 surface prep.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with GMAW Flat Position on heavy weldments.
• Experience reading engineering drawings from 3rd angle projection.
• CWB CSA 47.1 GMAW Flat is an asset.
• Crane operator training and certification is preferred.
• Completion of blueprint reading is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed drawings and fit components to specification.
• Weld and fit components per dimensions and tolerances.
• Operate Miller GMAW machines and control heat to minimize distortion.
• Perform accessory grinding and surface prep per CSA W59/WPDS.
• Rig and operate 5-ton overhead crane or weld rotisserie.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and report maintenance needs.

Skills

GMAW Welding

Blueprint Reading

Crane Operation (Training preferred)

Production Environment Experience

Tools

Miller GMAW Equipment

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Welder/Fitter SHIFT: Afternoon shift & Weekend shift LOCATION: CollingwoodOntario

PAY: $24-$31 hourly

MacLean Engineering is looking for skilled and experienced Welder/Fittersto join our growing aftermarket production team in CollingwoodOntario. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team, supplying aftermarket parts for heavy mobile mining equipment to various customers internationally, and to our other Ontario manufacturing plants. If you are looking to be challenged, valued, and rewarded with a competitive compensation package in a dynamic work environment, this position is for you!

About the Position:

The Welder/Fitter position involves working on a wide variety of weldments and requires the following proficiencies:

• Competently interpret detailed ‘3 rd angle projection’ drawings to accurately layout and fit-up components using pins, jigs, tape measure, or other measurement tools as prescribed to achieve dimensional conformance.
• Fit and Weld components according to dimensions and tolerances prescribed on engineering drawings, weld procedure data sheets (WPDS), or other specifications as applicable.
• Operate Miller GMAW Welding Machines, primarily using 0.045” wire to fuse metal components according to specifications, and control heat as appropriate to minimize distortion.
• Operate grinding equipment for joint and surface preparation as prescribed in CSA W59, WPDS or drawings.
• Safely rig and operate 5-ton overhead crane and/or weld rotisserie.
• Perform daily operator maintenance checks on equipment and report any concerns to maintenance for correction.
• Identify & document improvement opportunities using established processes.
• Implement and maintain 5S housekeeping principles at all times.
• Cross-train in other departments as available.
• All tools and equipment are company supplied, including PPE and subsidy for boots.

About You:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with GMAW Flat Position, working on large / heavy structural weldments.
• 5+ years of experience working in a production environment from engineering drawings.
• CWB Certified under CSA 47.1 for GMAW Flat Position is an asset
• Completion of welding theory is an asset
• Completion of blueprint reading is an asset
• Crane Operator training and certification is preferred

About Us:

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety first environment to build high quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually
• Paid sick and family emergencytime
• Paid overtime after 40 hours worked
• $1.50 per hour shift premium forAfternoon Shift andWeekend Shift employees
• Weekend Shift employees are eligible to be compensated for 40 hours when full 36 hours worked
• Paid lunch breakfor employees working 10 and 12 hour shifts
• Free coffee!
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Employee and family assistance program
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual employee bonus
• $250 annual safety shoe allowance
• $200 biennial prescription safety glasses allowance
• Company paid uniforms
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ's and much more

Positions are for the following shifts:

Afternoon Shift - 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday (4 x 10 hour shifts)

Weekend Shift - 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday through Sunday (3 x 12 hours shifts)

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.