metalworking machine operator

Overview Languages French Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Hot Noisy Odours Responsibilities 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 Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines Operate gas or oil fired furnace to heat metal to proper temperatures prior to forging Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal Place metal pieces in furnace Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery Position heated or cooled metal pieces on die of press or other forging machinery Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions Remove metal pieces from furnace when colour or metal indicates proper forging temperature Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist Experience and specialization Metal forming or shaping operations experience Cutting machine Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Handling heavy loads Repetitive tasks Weight handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Flexibility Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other Benefits Other benefits Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people Supports for visible minorities Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities

The operator is responsible for setting up and operating metalworking machines to cut, bend, and shape metal stock into specific parts. Key tasks include operating furnaces for forging, adjusting dies, and ensuring products meet correct dimensions and specifications.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and between 1 to 2 years of experience in metal forming or shaping operations. The role requires the ability to handle heavy loads up to 50 lbs and work in hot, noisy environments.

• Health benefits • Health care plan • Group insurance benefits • Life insurance • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

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• Metal Forming
• Metal Shaping
• Machine Operation
• Forging
• Welding
• Cutting Machine Operation
• Blueprint Reading
• Equipment Maintenance
• Crane Operation
• Hoist Operation
• Quality Control
• Precision Measurement

• Manufacturing
• Trades

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level