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Welder / Fitter / Fabricator

Astron Specialty Metals Ltdabout 23 hours ago
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Group Benefits
Dental Care
Group RRSP

About the role

Company Overview: Astron Specialty Metals Limited is a family-run leader in custom metal fabrication, proudly serving North America and beyond since 1966. From our 30,000 sq. ft. facility in Waterloo, our team combines deep craftsmanship, with modern technology to deliver high-quality stainless steel, steel, and aluminum products. Our work supports a wide range of industries, including water treatment, pharmaceutical, food processing, industrial, institutional, and pollution control equipment manufacturing. With many long-tenured employees (some with decades of service), we’re proud of the supportive, collaborative, and people-focused culture we’ve built. If you’re looking for a place where your impact counts, your voice is valued, and your development is supported, come build your career with us! Position Summary: We are seeking a Fitter / Fabricator to join our fabrication team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe, precise, and efficient fitting and welding of components, with a primary focus on GTAW welding. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders. Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality welding primarily using GTAW on stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum. Utilize GMAW and FCAW/MCAW processes as required based on project specifications, material type, and production needs. Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications. Fit, align, and assemble components prior to welding, ensuring proper joint preparation, tolerances, and dimensional accuracy. Cary out tacking, pre-heating, and post-weld operations in accordance with welding procedures and standards. Operate and maintain welding equipment, hand tools, and fabrication machinery safely and efficiently. Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety and operational efficiency. Accurately document work performed, including weld data, inspection results, and job tracking. Perform minor repairs, rework, and modifications to welded components when required. Collaborate with Supervisors, and team members to support production goals and resolve issues. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience & Qualifications: Required: Experience with TIG welding process. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders. Proficiency with hand tools, grinders, and measurement devices. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and performing physically demanding work. Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or within a team. Strong commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining a clean workspace. Assets: Current CWB Certification in relevant welding processes. Experience with GMAW and FCAW/MCAW processes. What We Can Offer You Astron is proud to provide a supportive and rewarding workplace, offering: Group Benefits & Dental Care Group RRSP Profit Sharing Flexible Start Times Overtime Opportunities, with 1 hour of daily pre‑approved flexibility Extended Health Care Life Insurance Automated or AI‑enabled tools may be used to assist in the screening, assessment and selection of applicants during the recruitment process. Astron Speciality Metals Limited is committed to accessible requirement in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Thank you for your interest in joining Astron Specialty Metals Limited. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

About Astron Specialty Metals Ltd

Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing
11-50 employees

Manufacturing company specializes in Stainless Steel, Aluminum and other Metals.

When you require Custom Fabrication, we have the skill, the craftsmen and the equipment. For over 50 years, we’ve delivered on our reputation for top quality products made to precise specifications. A strong commitment to our customers is one of the foundations that our company was built on.

OUR HISTORY Established in 1966 in a location consisting of approximately 5,000 square feet, the three partners that started the company also made up the entire staff.

Good work and long hours led to an expanding customer base and growing business success. Today, Astron remains a family-run business. Our facilities encompass over 30,000 square feet and our employees number over 40. We are very proud of our many longtime employees, several of whom have provided loyal service to Astron and our customers for over 30 years.

But some things will never change. The hands-on approach that made us thrive is still alive and well at Astron.

OUR COMMITMENT

When you look at a finished project from Astron, you’re looking at the commitment of 40 highly skilled craftsmen. From fabrication to welding to polishing, their expert abilities translate into product excellence every step of the way. From our base of operation in Waterloo, we custom fabricate for industries that deliver our products across North America and around the world.

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