Weld Department Supervisor

R&W Metal Fabricating and Design Inc. is a leading steel packaging manufacturer serving major industrial clients across North America. We are a family-run company with 65+ employees, known for our quality, innovation, and strong customer partnerships.

We are currently hiring a Weld Department Supervisor. The successful candidates will manage the daily operations in the weld shop with regards to personnel, materials and production and play a critical role in the productivity and quality of welded products.

Job Summary:

- Organize and set up weld department for shift production

- Ensure jigs/fixtures are properly set up and used

- Ensure produced parts meet quality specifications

- Plan, schedule, track and report weld productivity on a daily and continual basis

- Set and monitor productivity targets in the weld shop to achieve promised deliveries

- Train new/inexperienced personnel in MIG welding and facilitate an environment of continuous growth

- Communicate any product or shift issues including opportunities for improvement with management as they arise

- Ensure employees are following Company policies and procedures including meeting customer specifications and safety standards

- Foster a team environment

- Manage equipment/tools required for shift production

- Use forklift to assist in moving material and setting up weld stations

The qualified applicants will have the following qualifications:

- Experience with MIG welding in a high production environment

- Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities

- Current CWB certification (GMAW Flat required, all positions an asset)

- Familiarity with CSA W59, CSA W47.1, AWS D1.3 and creating weld procedures an asset

- CWB Welding Supervisor/Engineer Certification an asset (CSA W47.1 Divisions 1, 2 or 3)

- Knowledge and experience with maintaining weld equipment including Miller welders and equipment such as wire spools, liners, wire feeders, whips, nozzles, tips, etc.

- Knowledge of jigs/fixtures and experience creating and documenting weld sequences, clamping, etc. an asset

- Attention to detail and weld quality and consistency throughout production

- Experience with overhead cranes (jib cranes in particular)

- Forklift certification is an asset

- Ability to manage equipment effectively (grinders, clamps, consumables)

- Experience supervising a team of 20-30 welders is an asset

- Must have a good attendance record

- Must have a good health and safety record, encourage safety culture

- Must be able to work well in a team environment

Compensation:

- Wage to be determined, commensurate with skill and experience

- Overtime is available (when required)

- Group health and dental benefits

- RRSP matching program

R&W Metal Fabricating and Design Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will provide accommodations to applicants throughout all stages of the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person