Ironworker Operator

Company Description

Canam Group Inc. specializes in designing and fabricating metal components for the North American construction industry. The Company is active in the sectors of buildings and infrastructure. Canam Group operates 12 plants in Canada and the United States, as well as engineering offices in Canada, Romania, India and the Philippines, and has over 3,500 employees.

**Job Description**:

- May be trained to operate stud welder, angle master, ironworker, plate shear, crimper, channel cutters, cross bridging, and saws
- Enter data into machine to set specs for cutting, crimping and punching
- Adjust the machine to cut material to proper length
- Cut angle/channel according to specifications found on cutting bills
- Move materials to appropriate areas with crane or buggy
- Will be trained to weld shoes, clips, boxes as needed
- Perform operator scheduled maintenance on machinery
- Practice good housekeeping, including 5S requirements, and time management in the performance of daily duties
- Comply with all legislated and company's health, safety, environmental, quality and Lean policies, procedures and programs
- Perform all other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Computer literacy
- Ability to operate overhead cranes
- Ability to read a tape measure and cut bills
- Ability to work independently
- Willingness to move to day shift if needed for training or coverage of leaves
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lb. routinely

Additional Information
**We Offer**:

- A Canadian company in business for over 60 years
- Pay range $ 27.84 - $29.41 (based on experience) + shift premium of $1.25/h
- Scheduled hourly pay rate increase July 1 per collective agreement
- Signing/retention bonuses up to $1,500, payable on the completion of retention targets
- Company-paid benefits, with some starting upon hire
- Company-contributed pension plan
- Telemedicine with Maple
- Fitness membership reimbursement, annual safety boot allowance, supplied uniforms and PPE
- Supplied tools
- Vacation and other bonuses negotiated through the Collective Agreement with LIUNA Local 183
- Afternoon shift: 4:00 pm to 12:30 am
- Initial training and onboarding conducted on the day shift (6:00 am to 2:30 pm)

**Physical Demands**:The nature of this position also requires the employee to perform a wide range of physical activities, ranging from pushing and pulling, lifting and carrying heavy objects (50-70lbs), to sitting, climbing, crouching, kneeling, bending and handling with repetitive hand and finger movements. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

**Work Environment**:The employee constantly works near moving electrical components and mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to welding fumes and airborne particles. The employee may also be at risk of experiencing flash burns, skin burns, electrical shocks and high noise levels. Personal Protective Equipment must always be worn (including, but not limited to: CSA approved safety boots, safety eyewear, earplugs).

Canam Group Inc. appreciates your interest in this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Canam Group Inc. is committed to providing employment accommodation. If you require accommodation to apply, or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) needed.