Hydraulic Shear / Press Brake Operator

Fort Fabrication is currently looking for a qualified and committed individual to join our team as a Hydraulic Shear / Press Brake Operator.

NOTE: These are NOT CNC machines

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Review shop drawings, parts lists and layouts of parts and components prior to commencing work
• Safely operate Hydraulic Shear and Press Brake machine to shear, bend, and form steel and aluminum components
• Operate overhead crane to lift and move sheets of steel and aluminum
• Layout, drill and tap holes
• Assist with the preparation of steel and aluminum parts prior to welding and assembly
• Use other hand tools and equipment to assist with the fabrication of our equipment
• Demonstrate care with respect to quality and thoroughness of work

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Vocational trades training is an asset, such as sheet metal worker, steel fabricator, etc.

Technical Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience safely operating a Hydraulic Shear and Press Brake machine
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with sheet metal and steel parts
• Ability to confidently read and interpret shop drawings
• Ability to read a tape measure and calipers and accurately use them prior to cutting, drilling, etc.
• Experience operating basic hand tools, table saws, drill presses, grinders, etc.

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Commitment to show up on time consistently
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently with guidance
• Strong listening and retention skills along with willingness to learn
• Possession of reliable transportation, safety boots and personal hand tools
• Pride in the quality of your work and contributing in your role as part of a team
• Strong verbal communication and positive demeanor
• Motivation to put in extra hours when needed to meet project deadlines

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of employment, ideally in a similar industry, a desire to work to a high quality with an understanding of customer service and satisfaction, and be self-motivated.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2021-11-12