About Astron Specialty Metals Specialty Metals:

When you require Custom Fabrication, we have the skill, the craftsmen, and the equipment. For over 50 years, weve 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.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 Specialty Metals 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 long-time employees, several of whom have provided loyal service to Astron Specialty Metals 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 Specialty Metals.When you look at a finished project from Astron Specialty Metals, youre 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.

Position Summary:

As part of our team of professional fabricators, you will manufacture metal parts and products, to meet quality standards. Your duties include reading blueprints or technical drawings to determine how best to fabricate the required items in a timely manner. You are responsible for your output, therefore weld quality and tolerance must be maintained.

Reports to:

• The Welder-Fitter/Fabricator reports directly to the Fabrication Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Completing delegated custom jobs under the Fabrication Supervisors supervision.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and welding specifications.
• Fit & weld assemblies as per drawings and instructions.
• Required to operate manual MIG and TIG welding machines.
• Experience with cutting, drilling, and grinding.
• All other duties and projects as assigned by management.

Skills, Abilities, and other Qualifications:

• 2+ years working experience as a Welder-Fitter/Fabricator
• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Familiarity with common welding tools and procedures, including MIG welding TIG welding, metal fabricating, grinding, and finishing metals.
• Experience with sheet metal welding and fabrication
• Experience with structural steel welding and fabrication
• Stainless Steel Finishing and Polishing an Asset
• Blueprint reading and experience with measurement tools essential.
• Experience in sheet metal and plate forming.
• Experience in a custom fabrication environment.
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Mechanical skills
• Analytical skills
• Math skills
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina with ability to lift up to 50 lbs; long period of standing, crouching, bending and walking.

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience with custom manufactured parts/projects

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive Wages with annual Wage Review
  • Starting at $26.00-$36.00 per hour based on experience.
• Group Benefits
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
• Group RRSP
• Profit Sharing
• A safe, clean work environment

• 8-hour Day Shift with Flexible Shift Start Times

• Voluntary Overtime
• A close-knit, family-oriented team that values each member and fosters a positive work environment

Astron Specialty Metals is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on citizenship, age, family status, race, sex (including pregnancy), creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, place of origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Astron Specialty Metals makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Astron Specialty Metals welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a disability related accommodation during the application process under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) please reach out to the job poster