Weld Robot Operator at Tigercat | MacDonald Steel

Paris, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

34.25

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Robotic Welding Operation, Equipment Maintenance, Welding Program Loading, Welding Parameter Selection, Fixture Positioning, Troubleshooting, Visual Inspection, Measuring Tools Usage, Manual Welding, Crane Operation, Lifting Device Operation, Process Optimization, Communication, Reasoning Skills, Blueprint Interpretation, Computerized System Navigation

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

As a Weld Robot Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining robotic welding equipment to produce high-quality welds efficiently and safely to build equipment that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. Location: 141 Consolidated Drive, Paris (training will take place at 100 Savage Drive, Cambridge) Dedicated Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 2:30pm - 1:00am, Monday - Thursday Shift Premium: $3.00 per hour for afternoon shift Job Duties Set up the robotic welding equipment, loading welding programs, selecting appropriate welding parameters, and ensure that the welding fixtures are properly positioned and secured for welding Monitor and troubleshoot the robot to ensure that the welds are applied accurately and consistently according to specifications Inspect welds visually and use appropriate measuring tools to verify that they meet quality specifications. Manual welding may be required. Operate lifting devices such as cranes (overhead and/or jib) to load and unload welding fixtures Communicate and collaborate with other team members of the manufacturing team to optimize production processes Skills and Experience Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events Assembly tasks require collaboration with coworkers, and effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members Physical requirements include using strength, such as pulling, pushing, lifting and/or moving objects during the work, as well as standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending Qualifications Previous manual welding and welding robot operation experience is required Capable of repairing and reworking welds for a high-quality finish Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings Navigate and select appropriate welding parameters through the use of a computerized system What We Can Offer You Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more! Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing. RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back! Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment. Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs. Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario! Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies? We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported. Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story! Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat’s Accessibility Plan.

Responsibilities

The operator will set up and monitor robotic welding equipment, ensuring accurate and consistent weld application according to specifications, which may also involve manual welding tasks. Responsibilities also include operating lifting devices to manage welding fixtures and collaborating with the manufacturing team to optimize production processes.