power press operator

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

• Relocation costs not covered by employer.
• Metal product fabrication industry.
• Sheet metal shop.

Tasks:

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment.
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products.
• Document work completed.
• Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair.
• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal.
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions.

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Automatic conveyor.
• Bolters or screwdrivers (power).
• Lifting device.
• Punch presses.
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines.
• Press brakes and metalworking equipment.

Metal forming or shaping operations experience:

• Bending.
• Cutting machine.
• Piercing.
• Straightening.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Work under pressure.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

Safety equipment/gear.

Personal suitability:

• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Employment terms options:

Morning.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

Group insurance benefits.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Learning/training paid by employer.
• Parking available.
• Travel insurance.

Support for youths:

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.