Overview
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Aluminum Welder Assistant – Weekend Shift
Reporting directly to the Production Manager. The Welder Assistant is responsible for the assistance of the operation of welding projected aluminum panels, grinding and polishing, and ensuring completion while meetings quality standards. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Education
- Degree or diploma in Stainless Steel welding, Structural welding and Aluminum welding is required.
Years of Experience
- Minimum 1+ years of welding experience
Working Conditions
- Work may involve some exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.
- On site work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require knowledge of and adherence to basic safety procedures and precautions.
- Work environment requires wearing construction safety footwear and hard hat for all site work and in certain other locations.
Hours of Operation
- This opening is for our weekend shift which is Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6am to 6:30pm.
Junior Level
- Have a high level of social interaction. Work with other technicians, programmers, and general labourers;
- MIG and TIG welding experience is an asset;
- Ability to use variety of tools and equipment;
- Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read blueprints and recognize welding symbols and specifications
- Knowledge of industry safety practices;
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to write and communicate in English clearly and effectively;
- Work in a team environment and demonstrate State’s core values; and
- Knowledge of processes and practices of machining and familiarity with automated machinery required.
Job Specific Duties
- Assist with welding aluminum stainless and mild steel work (i.e handrails, top cap for stainless and commercial brackets for mild steel;
- Assist with laying out, cutting, fitting, measuring and welding metals to create the desired shape or object;
- Assist with grinding and polishing welds;
- Fabrication duties as required;
- Assist with semi – automatic flame cutting equipment;
- Assist with the operation of metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears, and other metal straightening and bending machines;
- Assist with repairing fuel tanks, card-locks, and parts of metal products by welding on extra layers
- Assist with preparing input for various management and log reports;
- Cut, drill, sand, or plane materials for snug fit;
- Observe machines for signs of problems;
- Assist with installing parts/accessories using power tools, hand tools, etc;
- Remove parts or completed products from conveyors and pack materials; and
- Work independently and requires little supervision.
Interested in learning about State’s perks and benefits? State offers the following:
Benefits package including dental, medical, and paramedical benefits, safety shoes reimbursement, 2 weeks-vacation pay, 2 personal days, yearly wage review, yearly performance based bonus, celebratory birthday chocolates, discounted group home/auto insurance, Goodlife Fitness corporate membership, State Children Education Fund, Recognition Program, Training and Development, staff social events and more!
Providing equal opportunities to all individuals, employment and advancement decisions at State Window Corporation are based on merit, qualifications, and ability. State does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices because of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, place of origin, age, disability, family status or marital status, or any other ground as set out in the Human Rights Code.
State is committed to providing accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we shall ensure that all employees, clients, and visitors receive the same value and quality by identifying, removing, and preventing barriers.