Welder apprentice Jobs in Saskatoon, SK

The Opportunity:

The Welder/Fabricator is responsible for performing sanitary welding, fabrication, and repair of production equipment and infrastructure within a food manufacturing environment. This role supports maintenance operations by ensuring all welding and fabrication activities meet food safety, quality, and regulatory standards (GMP, HACCP), while minimizing downtime and maintaining equipment reliability.

This role requires strong communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible and reliable, and is open to change. The person is very organized, structured, results oriented and quality driven.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 29. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Welding & Fabrication:

• Perform TIG welding and stainless-steel fabrication in food-grade environments.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install equipment, piping, platforms, guards, and structural components.
• Modify existing equipment to improve performance, reliability, and cleanability.
• Ensure all welds meet sanitary standards.
• Weld various materials including but not limited to aluminum.

Maintenance Support:

• Support preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, piping, and structural failures.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Collaborate with maintenance team to execute scheduled work.

Food Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all work complies with GMP and HACCP standards.
• Maintain clean work practices to avoid contamination risks.
• Ensure repairs do not compromise food safety or environmental integrity.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed.

Health & Safety:

• Follow all safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout and hot work permits.
• Identify hazards and support safety initiatives.

What You’ll Bring:

Education & Certification:

• Journeyman Welder or equivalent certification preferred.
• CWB certification is considered an asset.

Experience:

• 3–5 years welding/fabrication experience in industrial environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of TIG welding and stainless-steel fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.