Welder-Fabricator

Position Overview:

Stronix, in the early stages of establishing its operations, is backed by 50 years of expertise in manufacturing thermal and exhaust components for industrial engine and equipment applications. We recognized a need for enhanced support at the factory level for large engine/industrial equipment manufacturers, establishing Stronix to address this gap and provide tailored solutions. We design, source and manufacture components for mobile mining equipment and high-horsepower gas/diesel engine manufacturers. The products we supply are used in factory first fit or field service applications.

The Welder-Fabricator will be instrumental in fabricating and welding together metal structures and components using various welding techniques. Your expertise and certification ensure that welding operations meet the highest industry standards for quality and safety, while your skills in metal fabrication contribute to the creation of precise and durable components. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining certification requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Metal Fabrication

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications from the engineering team to fabricate metal components and structures.
• Operate fabrication & welding equipment (shears, rollers, plasma cutter, band saws, Mig welders) to cut and form sheet metal and metal tube.
• Prepare and paint metal components for customers.

Warehousing

• Picking raw materials from warehouse for production.
• Assist in packing & shipping orders as needed.
• Complete routine equipment maintenance as needed.

Teamwork

• Liaise with Engineering to build new products.
• Liaise with Operations Planner on new work orders/manufacturing orders.
• Use an ERP computer system to update progress on work orders, manufacturing orders, and flag any quality issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• AWS certification is preferred but not required.
• Familiar & comfortable with using computer ERP systems.
• Prior experience or willingness to learn to use welding cobot systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Skilled in metal fabrication techniques, including cutting, bending, and shaping metal materials.
• In-depth knowledge of different types of metals and their properties.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in welding and fabrication tasks to uphold certification and fabrication requirements.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Outstanding commitment to safety standards and protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with design and CAD software is a bonus.
• Valid passport and ability to travel to Winnipeg, MB, CA for training with head office manufacturing team.

Attributes:

• Flexible and adaptable, capable of managing diverse responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and service excellence.
• Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to take initiative and manage tasks autonomously.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Strength and Stamina

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, often weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally more.
• Sustain long periods of standing, walking, or repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, and lifting.

Hand-Eye Coordination & Dexterity

• Precise control of fingers and hands to manipulate or adjust metal objects.
• Ability to use hand tools, such as hammers, pliers, and screwdrivers, efficiently.
• Capability to operate machinery or equipment that require steady and coordinated movements.

Visual Acuity

• Clear vision to read small labels, measurements, blueprints, or computer screens.
• Ability to recognize fine details, judge depth, and perceive subtle or nuanced differences in shape or brightness.
• Possessing peripheral vision to be aware of surroundings, especially when working around moving machinery or equipment.

Flexibility & Balance

• Capability to bend, twist, stoop, and reach without constraint.
• Maintain balance while working on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces, or when handling heavy materials or tools.

Endurance

• Resilience to work in a fast-paced environment, often under strict deadlines.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks over extended periods without significant fatigue.

Environmental Tolerance

• Capability to work in environments that might be dusty or have fluctuating temperatures.
• Tolerance for exposure to loud noises from machinery or tools, with the understanding that protective gear must always be worn.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods, such as safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, masks, or steel-toed boots.

Respiratory & Circulatory Health

• Possess adequate lung capacity and respiratory health to work in environments where fumes or dust might be present, especially when wearing masks or respirators.
• Healthy circulatory system to prevent potential complications when standing for prolonged periods or operating vibrating machinery.

Cognitive Abilities

• Strong spatial abilities to judge distances or understand how objects fit together.
• Alertness and focus, especially important when operating machinery or handling sharp objects.

Gross Motor Skills

• Proficiency in using larger muscle groups to walk, stand, pull, push, or carry.

Tolerance for Repetition

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks without physical discomfort.

There will be a variety of other regular duties not listed above. Due to the small nature of our team, we all try to assist other departments when necessary.

Salary/Compensation: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour

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