Brake Press / Burn Table Operator

Fort Mckay 174, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The operator is responsible for setting up and operating CNC brake presses and burn tables to fabricate steel components according to specifications. They must also perform maintenance, ensure quality control, and maintain accurate records of production activities.

Job details

Weldco Heavy Industries (WHI) is a large steel fabrication and repair facility located in the Fort McKay Caribou Energy Park. Strategically positioned in the heart of Alberta’s Oil Sands, WHI is able to effectively meet the requirements for large steel repair, assembly and refurbishment in the industry. Our Culture WHI prides itself on maintaining a strong culture of safety, hard work, and pleasing our customers with high quality customer service and products. We have an all hands-on deck attitude where everyone has a genuine interest in the company's success. We all know if the company does well, we all do well. We are looking for like-minded people who will support our culture. Weldco Heavy Industries is currently recruiting a Brake Press/Burn Table Operator for the Fort MacKay location on a 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off rotation, 12-hour shifts. Reporting to the Shop Foreman, your primary Brake Press Operator responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: * Set up and operation of a 1000 ton CNC brake press and 10ft. CNC rolls * Working with steel 3/16” to 1 ½ “ thickness in the press brake and ¼” to 2” in the rolls * Adhere to quality control standards and procedures * Read blueprints and schematics * Record keeping and reporting * Material handling * Performs other duties as required Your primary Burn Table Operator responsibilities will include but not limited to; * Aligns plate on table * Selects program and adjusts setting to suit the burning project * Makes appropriate adjustments to ensure accurately burned piles with no defects * Checks burn quality of finished pieces and re-burn defective pieces, if required * Assures the correct quantity is burned according to the burn sheet specifications * Changes out torch tips, electrodes & nozzles, as required * Clear the table * Shut down and maintenance * Record keeping and reporting * Performs other duties as required Your qualifications: * High school diploma * 2 years experience operating a brake press * 2 years experience operating a burn table * 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset * Forklift, crane & rigging experience and/or certification is preferred What you bring to the position: * Strong ability to read blueprints, understand work orders and directions * Knowledge of general safety practices * Organizational skills * Able to adapt to changing priorities * Time management skills to be efficient in a production environment * Able to learn production flow and efficiency * Excellent communication skills – verbal and written, clear and concise * Interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others * Maintain workplace safety What we bring: * Competitive pay * Health benefits, Employee Virtual Health Care, Pension Plan * Personal growth and career advancement opportunities * Feedback and recognition for a job well done * A workplace the prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results * A living allowance will be provided * No accommodations or transportation provided Please note: Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Applications for this position may be kept on file for twelve months and may be considered for future positions within Weldco Heavy Industries. Your interest is appreciated but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience operating both a brake press and a burn table, along with a high school diploma. Proficiency in reading blueprints and knowledge of general safety practices in a manufacturing environment are required.