Overview
As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, Field & Valve Servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.
Powell is currently seeking a Fabrication Machine Operator – Steel – Punch Press – Senior based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor of the Fabrication department, the Apprentice I Welder will perform a variety of welding processes to produce precision parts and to construct Powell Canada products for Switchgear and PCR line-ups.
Essential Responsibilities
Determine size and length requirements of each operation specified, within given allowable tolerance.
Select and transport material to different work areas manually or using machinery.
Measuring and marking sheet metal according to templates.
Operate metalworking machines to cut punch, drill, and shape or straighten sheet metal.
Grind and buff seams, joints and rough surfaces.
Perform preventative maintenance on the equipment and its tooling, as well as, small electric and air tools.
Inspect products to ensure quality and conformity to specifications.
Preform repairs on machinery.
Assist in inventory control.
Assist Lead Persons with training and mentoring other employees.
Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.
Other duties as required.
Core Competencies
Ability to program or learn to program N.C. equipment.
Comprehension and understanding of shop drawings.
Self starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
Adheres to Powells set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a can-do attitude by collaborating with others to solve problems and drive results.
Approaches work consistently and utilizes methods to complete and monitor tasks to meet deadlines.
Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes and product changes.
Effectively diagnoses problems and influences proper action to resolve them.
Able to work effectively within a team and around other departments and their activities.
Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Qualifications
Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
Minimum of 3 years experience working in metal fabrication an asset.
Sheet metal worker trade certification is considered an asset.
Familiarity with Turret, Press Brake, Plasma, Laser, Beam copper and other metal working equipment is an asset.
Familiarity with an MES (Manufacturing Execution System) is considered an asset.
Basic skills Microsoft Office.
Safety certifications are an asset in this position..
Who we are
Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Edmonton, Acheson, Vancouver, Calgary, Redwater, Fort McMurray, Lloydminster, Montreal and Saskatoon.
Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customers needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.
Your Partner in Safety
Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.
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In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organisation.
As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!
Powered by Innovation – Powells culture has and will always be founded in our “can do” attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it.
Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.