Overview

Job Description – Fitter/Welder/Metal Fabricator

Attendance Bonus

$2.00 an hour attendance bonus is paid bi-weekly if employee has no un-authorized leave during that period

We will consider a part-time or sub-contract arrangement as well

Canway Equipment Mfg. Inc.

Since 1986, Canway Equipment Mfg. Inc. has been manufacturing a broad range of material handling products. Canway is a family owned and operated business that continually strives to provide high quality material handling products, professional services and innovative solutions to our customers.

www.canwayequipment.com

General Summary of Responsibilities and Duties;

· Fit and assemble custom material handling equipment and rolling ladders

· Read and interpret engineered and drafted drawings, specifications, manuals and processes

· Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems

· Develop a sequence of assembly

· Develop Templates and Patterns as required

· Layout and fit material according to specifications, ensuring all tolerances are met

· Examine welds and ensure that they meet standards and/or specifications

· Provide back-up to other areas of the plant as required

Primary Responsibilities

· Fit and Assemble using Light Gauge Mig Welder 14ga to ¼” plate

· Rig, hoist and move materials to worksite or storage area

· Position, manipulate and install fabricated objects

· Set up and operate various metal fabricating machines such as shear, saw and ironworker

· Operate fabrication tools such as grinder, drills and cutting torches

· Perform basic machine maintenance such as blade changes, calibration, and maintaining fluid levels

· Use hand and power tools, in a safe and efficient manner, to clean cut parts

· Handle raw material and cut parts manually and using overhead crane

· Read and comprehend customer specification sheets

· Be able to anticipate the next order and stage supplies/products needed

· Organize equipment and materials to minimize downtime

o Demonstrate acceptable level of capabilities in all areas of the Plant during General Labour Rotation

· Report any conditions of concern regarding products, materials, or safety immediately to Supervisor or Production Manager

· Forklift driving if licensed

· Assist with inventories

· Housekeeping and Maintenance in all areas

Secondary Responsibilities

· Keep Work Area clean

· Miscellaneous jobs in the production area, as needed or directed

Job Requirements

· 1+ years of fitting/fabricating experience

· 1+ years Mig Welding

· CWB Certification (Preferred)

· or Apprentice working towards Metal Fabricator/Fitter Certification

· Willingness to work overtime when required

· Must be able to operate an overhead crane

· Must be able to read, comprehend and use simple mathematics; apply information gained from reading product specifications, quality instructions, and work instructions

· Follow directions and produce acceptable quality and required quantities

Education Required: High school graduate or G.E.D.

Physical Qualifications:

· Able to lift 55 pounds regularly throughout the shift

· In a one-hour period throughout the workday, approximately 45 minutes standing, 5 minutes kneeling/stooping and 10 minutes walking

· Requires good hand/eye/foot coordination

· Must be able to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and/or crouch for extended periods of time

· While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions

· Vision: 20/20 corrected and normal hearing range

· Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment – cool in winter months and hot in the summer months

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $18.50 per hour

Additional pay:

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Covid Precautions
Employees are encouraged to get all their vaccinations and booster shots.
Appropriate Social Distancing is required.
All employees must wear an appropriate mask whilst on site.
Additional sanitizing and disinfecting procedures are in plac

Experience:

  • welding: 1 year (required)

Language:

  • Read and Write English (required)
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