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Plasma Operator

  • AB, Canada
  • Leduc County, AB, T9E 7L5, Canada

Wage: $30.00/hr to start, $32.00/hr after 3 months · Full-time

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Job details

Pay
Wage: $30.00/hr to start, $32.00/hr after 3 months
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Minimum 3 years experience operating plasma/oxy fuel torches
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Profit-sharing plan
  • Benefits program
  • Pension plan
  • Development and Growth Opportunities

We are currently seeking two motivated individuals for the position of Plasma Operator within our Nisku, AB location (701 15TH Ave). This is a full-time, permanent position that reports directly to the Plant Coordinator.

Please note - our work environment is safety sensitive and will require the successful applicant to undergo pre-employment testing.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Cut and package steel parts as per customer specs
  • Inspect and measure all material to verify conformance to customer specifications using instruments such as tape measures, calipers and micrometers
  • Ensure that equipment is operating properly
  • Ensure all pre-shift inspections are completed
  • Operate overhead cranes & Forklifts
  • Perform weekly, monthly & annual maintenance on machines
  • Work efficiently and safely to ensure deadlines are met

Education and Skills Required:

  • Minimum 3 years experience operating plasma/oxy fuel torches 
  • Previous experience in a steel shop considered an asset  
  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Forklift & Overhead Crane experience an asset
  • Proficient in performing mathematical calculations with ability to read a tape measure / caliper
  • Reliable
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret shop drawings and other documents such as safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
  • Self-Motivated & Customer Service driven
  • Must be able to work rotating shifts

Shift Hours: 7-3:30pm, 3:00-11:30pm, 11pm-7:30am (Rotating every 2-4 weeks)

Wage: $30.00/hr to start, $32.00/hr after 3 months

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Links

Russel Metals on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/russelmetals/

Careers Page : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/careers/

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/russel-metals/about/

Russel Metals Website : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/

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Responsibilities

The Plasma Operator is responsible for cutting and packaging steel parts according to customer specifications while ensuring equipment is operating correctly. They must also perform regular machine maintenance and operate heavy equipment like overhead cranes and forklifts safely.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience operating plasma or oxy fuel torches and possess a Grade 12 education or equivalent. Proficiency in reading shop drawings and using measurement tools such as calipers and tape measures is required.

Skills

  • Plasma cutting
  • Oxy fuel torch operation
  • Steel processing
  • Tape measure proficiency
  • Caliper usage
  • Micrometer usage
  • Overhead crane operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Machine maintenance
  • Shop drawing interpretation
  • Mathematical calculations
  • Safety compliance
  • Customer service

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Profit-sharing plan
  • Benefits program
  • Pension plan
  • Development and growth opportunities

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Categories

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Energy
  • Logistics

Keywords

  • Plasma Operator
  • Steel
  • Metal distribution
  • Value-added processing
  • Plasma torch
  • Oxy fuel torch
  • Overhead crane
  • Forklift
  • Shop drawings
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Tape measure
  • Machine maintenance
  • Safety sensitive
  • Rotating shifts
  • Manufacturing
  • Industrial
  • Carbon steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Aluminum

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