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Welder

  • Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Full-time

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Company Description Doepker Industries Ltd., founded in 1948, is a Canadian trailer manufacturer recognized for building high-value, customer-focused products. The company has grown by closely listening to customers and continuously refining trailer models, options, and features to support their success. Doepker is committed to innovation, investing in new designs and manufacturing methods that improve performance and reliability on the road. Team members join a culture that values practical problem solving, long-term relationships, and quality craftsmanship.
Role Description The Welder role at Doepker Industries Ltd. is a full-time, on-site position based in Saskatoon, SK. In this role, the Welder will read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and work orders to fabricate and repair trailer components and assemblies. Day-to-day tasks include setting up welding equipment, performing various welding operations on steel and other materials, fitting and aligning parts, and inspecting welds for quality and safety compliance. The Welder will work closely with production team members, follow established manufacturing and safety procedures, and maintain a clean and organized work area. This role may also involve participating in continuous improvement activities and supporting new product or process innovations.
Qualifications
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Welding, including experience with Arc Welding and MIG Welding.
  • Experience with TIG Welding and the ability to select appropriate processes for different applications.
  • Knowledge of Materials, particularly metals used in trailer manufacturing, and their properties in fabrication and repair.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail, quality focus, and adherence to safety standards and procedures.
  • Good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and capability to work in a production environment.
  • Relevant welding trade certification or apprenticeship, and prior experience in manufacturing or fabrication is an asset.
  • Effective teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work independently when required.
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Responsibilities

Fabricate and repair trailer components and assemblies by interpreting drawings and work orders, setting up equipment, welding and fitting parts, and inspecting welds for quality and safety. Collaborate with production team members, follow manufacturing and safety procedures, maintain an organized work area, and contribute to continuous improvement and product or process innovation.

Requirements

Candidates should demonstrate welding proficiency, including arc and MIG welding, and have knowledge of metals and the ability to interpret technical drawings and work instructions. Attention to detail, safety awareness, physical stamina, teamwork, and communication are required; TIG experience and relevant trade certification, apprenticeship, or manufacturing experience are assets.

Skills

  • Welding
  • Arc Welding
  • MIG Welding
  • TIG Welding
  • Reading Technical Drawings
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Trailer Fabrication
  • Trailer Repair
  • Welding Equipment Setup
  • Metalworking
  • Weld Inspection
  • Quality Control
  • Workplace Safety
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation

Keywords

  • Welding
  • Arc Welding
  • MIG Welding
  • TIG Welding
  • Welding Equipment
  • Trailer Manufacturing
  • Trailer Fabrication
  • Trailer Repair
  • Steel
  • Metals
  • Material Properties
  • Technical Drawings
  • Blueprints
  • Work Orders
  • Work Instructions
  • Fitting And Alignment
  • Weld Inspection
  • Quality Compliance
  • Safety Procedures
  • Manufacturing
  • Fabrication
  • Trade Certification
  • Apprenticeship
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Production Environment

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