Plasma operator

SCHEDULE/LOCATION OF WORK:

Day Shift 10 Hours – 4 Days per week (Monday-Thursday)
Facility in Rosenort, MB (35 mins South of Winnipeg)

About the Role:

As a CNC Plasma Operator at K.A. Group, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC plasma cutting machine to fabricate steel components for the manufacturing of heavy-duty equipment. This role requires a high level of technical skill to ensure precise cutting, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work with steel materials to meet production specifications.

key duties and responsibilities

• Operate and monitor CNC plasma cutting machines to cut steel components based on work order specifications.
• Coordinate with material handling teams to ensure the proper movement and storage of steel components before and after cutting.
• Perform regular maintenance on CNC plasma cutting machines to ensure proper functioning and replacement of the cutting tip when necessary.
• Remanent tracking of materials
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure all work orders scheduled are properly punch in/out using the Genius software.
• Effective time management is expected daily to achieve efficiencies and expected output.
• Daily clock ins are required using ADP, along with vacation requests, PTO requests.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in operating grinders, cranes, and CNC Plasmas
• Proficient mechanical skills considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD files for accurate machine programming and cutting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience operating CNC plasma cutting machines preferred.
• Experience with steel fabrication or working with heavy industrial machinery is preferred.

Physical Demands**:**

• Ability to lift and maneuver steel sheets or plates weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and reach while operating machinery.
• Exposure to low/high temperatures and potentially hazardous fumes, requiring proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Safety training

• Safety Orientation
• Personal Protective Equipment
• WHMIS
• Overhead Crane
• Rigging Safety
• Forklift (as required)
• Hydraulic Safety

BENEIFTS/PERKS

Company Matched RRSP

• 2% after 3 months of employment
• 3% after 5 years of employment

Health Benefits

• Dental – 100% employer paid premium
• Health - 100% employer paid premium
• Basic Life (1x annual wage) - 100% employer paid premium
• AD&D - 100% employer paid
• Long Term Disability (LTD) – 100% employee paid premium

Safety Gear

• Safety Boot Reimbursement - $150 after 3 months or $300 every 2 years

Programs

• Employee Referral Program - $1,500 bonus potential (no limit)
• Continuing Education Program - $1,500 per year employee reimbursement
• Lunch Program – 50% to $10 maximum per meal subsidized by employer

Bonus’

• Production Bonus (paid quarterly)

Vacation and Overtime

• 9 STAT holidays plus 2 additional paid civic holidays
• Earn and Burn Vacation Accrual
• 1 week (40 hours) PTO per year (NEW)
• Banked hours option (NEW)

Other

• Free in-house gym

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED