Wire Wrap Machine Operator - Nightshift

Forum Energy Technologies (FET); City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) in Alberta is seeking a Wire Operator to fabricate wire wrapped screens. You will read manufacturing drawings and shop orders, set up and run semi-automatic and CNC equipment, and perform quality checks in a safety-focused environment at our Leduc facility.

The role requires teamwork, basic math, and effective verbal and written communication. Forklift and overhead crane operation experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and shop orders.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written instructions in English.
• Experience with quality checks and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate semi-automatic and CNC machinery to fabricate wire wrapped screens and related parts.
• Follow drawings, procedures and order forms to complete tasks.
• Perform quality checks and document results accurately.
• Identify tools and materials per work order and calibrate machinery accordingly.
• Record material usage and read precision measuring equipment.
• Unload shipments and weigh/receive goods if required.
• Maintain tools and equipment, perform basic maintenance and housekeeping.
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to HSE policies.
• Lift up to 45 lbs and operate forklift/crane with assistance as needed.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Quality consciousness

Verbal and written communication

English reading/writing

math skills

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Job description

The Wire Operator operates semi-automatic and CNC machinery to fabricate wire wrapped screens and related components. They follow manufacturing drawings, procedures and order forms to complete their daily tasks. Performing quality checks and ensures applicable documentation is filled out accurately as needed. This position requires identifying and the use of tools and materials, as well as forklift and overhead crane use. Shifts may involve various shifts and overtime hours depending on the scope of work and plant activity. This position will be based out of one of our facilities in Leduc, AB.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Excellent understanding of manufacturing drawings, shop order forms and weld procedures as they relate to wrapping.
• Identify tools and materials as per work order.
• Configure machinery to produce quality results as per procedures and quality requirements.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure the product follows work order requirements.
• Clearly and legibly complete paperwork as necessary.
• Record and calculate material usage.
• Able to read precision measuring equipment.
• Unload shipments, weigh and receive goods when required.
• Ensure tools and machinery are in good working order and maintained.
• Required to undertake shop cleaning and regular preventative equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures including but not limited to HSE and quality.
• Participate in training and safety meetings as required.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 45 lbs., lift items weighing more than 45 lbs. with assistance from other workers, forklift and/or overhead hoist.
• Active participation in FET's Health, Safety and Environment program.
• Other duties as required.

Skills/Knowledge

• Dedicated to continuous improvement.
• Operator forklift and crane training.
• Able to meet deadlines while working in a safe manner.
• Mechanically inclined, ability to use small hand tools and/or power tools.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Strong aptitude to understand drawings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills,
• Able to follow and understand both oral and written instructions in English.
• Grade 12 basic math skills.

Education

• Grade 12 or GED - additional education past high school would be an asset

Experience

• Prior Manufacturing experience in a similar environment preferred.
• Forklift and/or overhead crane training or experience considered an asset.