Welder-fitter

The company and the role

A company specialising in metal parts processing and fabrication, in Plessisville, is looking for a welder-fitter to join its production team.

The company has diversified expertise in laser cutting, bending, welding of steel, stainless steel and aluminum, robotic welding and mechanical assembly.

The role suits a versatile, autonomous and meticulous person who can work on different types of metal parts and projects while meeting technical requirements and quality standards. In-house support is provided: experienced employees will guide you as you settle into the role and the company’s work methods.

What you will do

• Review production sheets, technical drawings and fabrication instructions to determine the work to be done
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, and run the necessary tests before production
• Weld using the GMAW (MIG/MAG) and GTAW (TIG) processes
• Weld steel; aluminum welding experience is a major asset
• Work on parts of various sizes and configurations according to production needs
• Check weld quality and ensure compliance with technical specifications
• Meet client quality standards and the applicable requirements of CSA W47.1 and W47.2
• Work with the production team to ensure quality and efficient operations

What it takes

• DVS in welding and fitting and/or 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in metal fabrication
• Good command of reading and interpreting technical drawings and welding symbols
• Hands-on experience with GMAW and GTAW welding
• Steel welding experience
• Able to prepare, set up and operate welding equipment
• Attention to detail, precision and rigour
• Autonomy, versatility and the ability to work on different types of products
• Team spirit and a willingness to build your skills

Assets:

• Aluminum welding experience
• Knowledge of stainless steel welding
• Able to operate a forklift

The conditions

• Wage of $25 to $32/h, based on years of experience, technical skills and training
• Full-time position: 40 hours a week
• Day shift, Monday to Friday
• Monday to Thursday: 7:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 7:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
• Manufacturing environment specialised in metal processing and fabrication
• Varied work on a range of parts and fabrication projects
• Onboarding support from experienced team members
• Opportunity to develop your skills across several areas of welding

Who can apply

You must be legally authorised to work in Canada. If you are not sure what your permit allows, tell us: checking that is our job.

The employer’s name

It does not appear on this posting, and that is deliberate. You apply through Immigraffaires, we assess your profile, and the company name is given to you once your application is retained.