Welder/Fitter

Meridian Manufacturing Inc. is North America’s industry leading manufacturer of heavy gauge welded hopper bottom bins for the agricultural, commercial and industrial markets. Meridian also manufactures delivery equipment for bulk seed and a comprehensive line of petroleum and oil field storage tanks. Meridian is a member of The Westman Group of Companies, a dynamic, entrepreneurial group dedicated to the growth of their employees, customers and the communities in which they operate.

Progress creates the following career opportunity in Cambridge, ON.

WELDER/FITTER (Day or Aft. Shift)

DAY Shift- 4-Day week - Mon-Thu - 6:00AM - 4:30PM

AFT Shift - 4-Day week - Mon-Thu - 4:30PM - 3:00AM

The position of includes but is not limited to production welding of smooth-walled, hopper-style storage bins and fuel tank, and related custom prototypes from supplied drawings; fabrication of custom jigs and fixtures to produce production parts that meet customer specifications, as well as the fabrication of metal structures using jigs and fixtures in a high paced production environment. The successful applicants must have superior work ethics, excellent time management skills and positive attitude.

Job duties will include:

- Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications

- Gas metal arc welding (MCAW)

- Operate Over Head Cranes in compliance with Meridian MFG Safety Policies

- Maintain safe work practices

- Conduct Quality Inspections of their work

- Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns

- Other assigned work as required

Requirements:

- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

- 2-3 years of experience as a Welder

- Interprovincial CWB tickets or the ability to acquire them within the first three months of work

- Ability to work independently in a busy environment

- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

- Able to work well under pressure

- Strong attention to detail

Meridian Manufacturing Inc. offers:

- Competitive Wages

- Excellent Benefits Package

- Signing Bonus

- Fitness Program

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan and more

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

WGI Westman Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.28-$34.90 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- Profit sharing

- Vision care

- Wellness program

Work Location: In person