Welder/Fitter

Norstar Industries Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Comprehensive benefits

Training & advancement

Family-owned culture

Job summary

Norstar Industries Ltd. in Rosenort, Manitoba, is seeking a skilled Welder/Fitter to join our Trailer Shop team. You will fabricate and weld quality components from blueprints and assemble finished products for customers across North America.

The role emphasizes safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork, with MIG welding experience, the ability to read drawings, and the stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. Four-day weeks and a competitive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Previous welding/fitting experience with fabrications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Experience with MIG welding and fitting components before welding.
• Good measuring skills and attention to tight tolerances.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work with safety boots and helmet.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Measure, fit, align, and tack components prior to welding.
• Perform MIG welding on fabricated assemblies.
• Ensure proper fit-up and dimensional accuracy before final welding.
• Update production progress using ShopTrak and maintain clean work area.
• Move materials using cranes or forklifts and maintain equipment.
• Report quality concerns and participate in team meetings.
• Follow all safety policies and quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Measuring tools

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Tools

ShopTrak

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Welder/Fitter

Norstar Industries Ltd.

Rosenort, MB

$25-$29 per hour | Full-Time | Monday-Thursday (6:00 AM-4:30 PM)

Norstar Industries Ltd. is a family-owned manufacturer located just outside Rosenort, Manitoba. We manufacture innovative grain handling equipment, industrial conveyance systems, U-Drain™ floor drainage systems, and Haul-All Trailers that serve customers across North America.

We're looking for a skilled Welder/Fitter to join our growing Trailer Shop team. If you take pride in fabricating and assembling quality products from blueprints, enjoy working in a collaborative manufacturing environment, and value safety and craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Welder, you'll manufacture and weld quality components while helping maintain the high standards Norstar is known for.

Your responsibilities include:

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Measure, fit, align, and tack components prior to welding
• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on fabricated assemblies
• Ensure proper fit-up, alignment, and dimensional accuracy before final welding
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet Norstar standards
• Update production progress using ShopTrak
• Grind and finish welds to produce quality workmanship
• Move materials using overhead cranes, forklifts, or by hand when required
• Maintain welding equipment and keep your work area clean and organized
• Report quality concerns and production issues promptly
• Participate in cross-training and team meetings
• Follow all company safety policies and quality standards at all times

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Welder/Fitter or in a similar fabrication role
• Strong MIG welding experience
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints
• Experience fitting, measuring, and assembling steel components before welding
• Ability to use measuring tools and maintain tight tolerances
• Manufacturing or heavy fabrication experience is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Welding helmet and steel-toe safety boots required
• Willingness to work overtime when needed

What Success Looks Like

• Accurately fit, align, and weld assemblies that meet blueprint specifications with minimal rework.
• Consistently produce high-quality welds that meet Norstar's quality standards.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings confidently and independently.
• Meet production goals while maintaining a safe and organized work area.
• Collaborate effectively with teammates to keep production moving efficiently.

Why Join Norstar?

• Competitive hourly wage of $25.00-$29.00, based on experience
• Four-day work week with three-day weekends
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable, family-owned manufacturing company
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and professional growth
• Team-oriented culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement

At Norstar, we believe exceptional products are built by exceptional people. If you're looking for a long-term career where your craftsmanship is valued and your work makes an impact, we'd love to meet you.