Welding Shop Supervisor / CNC Technician

Team NEXTreme Group of Companies; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Yellowknife seeks a highly skilled Welding Shop Supervisor or Machinist to oversee a team in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This full-time position requires strong hands-on experience in machining and fabrication, alongside leadership abilities and technical skills. The successful candidate will supervise operations, ensure quality, and produce project estimates while working with CNC machinery, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the production team.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage after 3-month probation

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in fabrication and machining.
• Experience supervising teams of up to 20 people.
• Strong working knowledge of fabrication standards (CWB, ASME, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of welders and machinists in fast-paced environment.
• Estimate costs for custom machining and fabrication projects.
• Ensure quality control and on-time delivery of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

CWB Certification

Journeyman Welder Certification

Tools

CNC Machinery

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Team NEXTreme Group of Companies, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada

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Now Hiring : Welding Shop Supervisor / Machinist – Yellowknife, NT

NEXTreme Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Welding Shop Supervisor with strong hands-on experience in machining, fabrication, and estimating. This is a key leadership position in our Yellowknife-based manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be capable of supervising a team, operating CNC and plasma equipment, and producing accurate project estimates. Experience with AutoCAD is a strong asset.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Yellowknife, NT. Relocation is preferred, but rotational shifts may be considered for the right applicant.

Responsibilities :

• Supervise a team of welders, machinists, and apprentices in a fast-paced fabrication environment
• Operate CNC plasma cutter, brake, shear, rollers, lathes, mills, and other equipment
• Estimate labor and material costs for custom machining and fabrication projects
• Review and interpret blueprints, ensuring accurate execution from start to finish
• Oversee production planning, quality control, and on-time delivery of projects
• Train and support team members, ensuring safe and efficient operation of equipment
• Participate in the hands-on diagnosis and troubleshooting of equipment and production issues

Preferred Qualifications and Experience :

• Minimum 10 years of experience in fabrication and machining
• Experience supervising a shop and managing teams of up to 20 people
• Proficiency with CNC machinery and manual fabrication tools
• Strong working knowledge of fabrication standards such as CWB, ASME, or ISO
• CWB certification (required); Journeyman Welder certification is an asset
• AutoCAD and / or SolidWorks proficiency (AutoCAD preferred)
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality

Details :

• Hours : Minimum 40 hours per week, with potential overtime
• Wage : Competitive and based on experience / certifications
• Benefits : Health and dental coverage through Manulife after 3-month probation

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter. This position will remain open until filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

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