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Welder / FitterMaple Leaf Foods • Burlington, ON, Canada
Welder / Fitter

Welder / Fitter

Maple Leaf Foods • Burlington, ON, Canada
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the Welder/Fitter ideally has 5-10 years of experience in a Fabrication or Machine Shop/Job shop environment. The Welder can perform custom welding/fabrication and has experience in machine repair/rebuild and custom fabrication.

A technical diploma is preferred, while holding an Ontario Certificate of Qualification in Welding (456A). Preference will be given to candidates who also possess a Certificate of Qualification in Machinist (429A) and/or Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A). The Welder/Fitter is familiar with welding using MIG/TIG/Stick operations and cutting tools like plasma and oxyacetylene. Job aid design/fabrication such as jigs, fixtures, gauges or familiarity with equipment like a waterjet, shear and brake press, working with Stainless Steel and Aluminum is a benefit.

The Welder/Fitter follows company policies, standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities including applying Standard Operating Procedures in his/her work.

The Welder/Fitter has strong leadership and communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible and is open to change. The person is results oriented and quality driven.

The Welder/Fitter promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with Maple Leaf Food’s Health and Safety Program. This includes Food Safety and Environmental compliance.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Incremental Headcount
Hourly Wage: $39.00

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

  • Fabricates and makes repairs using a variety of standard shop tools to weld stainless steel (TIG/MIG/SMAW).
  • Construction and manufacturing of metal work aids.
  • Reads and interprets mechanical drawings, technical drawings and work-process documentation.
  • Enhances equipment performance by recommending improvements and implementing designs.
  • Operates production mechanical equipment such as Waterjet, Brake Press and Shear.
  • Accounts for inventory usage and labour on shop work order system.
  • Fulfills requirements of work order programs and requests assistance when needed.
  • Directly helps the department and facility to meet targets and goals.
  • Addresses issues with a sense of urgency and attention to detail.
  • Competent in work piece measurement using precision tools and equipment.
  • Able to multitask while working under direction of the shop supervisor and shop lead hand.
  • Assists in completed Work Order quality assurance reviews.
  • Welding repairs and/or fabrication need to be carried out to Food Safety standards (sanitary welding).
  • Communicates daily repair activity with Shop Manager or Site Lead Hand.
  • Fulfills all Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, WHIMS and MSDS policy requirements.
  • As part of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities apprenticeship program, trains and mentors apprentice employees(s) as required.
  • Able to operate a forklift and overhead crane as required and maintain the required certifications.
  • Demonstrated ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements.
  • Able to lift up to 60 lbs while bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
  • Prolonged standing.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
  • Positive interaction and information sharing with Associates and Salaried Team.
  • Active participation in Work Group meetings with diverse and inclusive teams.
  • Acts with transparency and humility while obtaining pertinent information to evaluate information.
  • Objectively explores and articulates alternative solutions to problems.
  • Intense curiosity in finding new and improved ways of completing tasks to increase effectiveness or lower costs.
  • Willing to try and/or learn new skills to assume additional responsibilities.

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.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.
  • We are carbon neutral.
  • We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.
  • Doing What’s Right
  • Shared Value
  • High Performance
  • Diverse and Inclusive Teams
  • Disciplined Decision Making
  • Our Accountability
  • Intense Curiosity
  • Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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