Industrial Welder, Welland

Valbruna ASW Inc., the premier specialty steel‑making facility located in Welland, ON, has an immediate requirement for the following position:

Industrial Welder Valbruna ASW Inc. operates a dynamic and versatile facility and has a long and storied history in the steel‑making business, with roots in Welland dating back to 1918. Our acquisition by Valbruna Italy combined with improvements in efficiency and production flexibility have placed us among the premier specialty steel producers in North America. However, the fundamental component to our success is our people. The expertise, commitment and adaptability of our team are our most valuable assets and will be critical to the achievement of our future objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches and welding process specifications.

Performs all kinds of welding, brazing, and cutting on various types of metal, using gas or electrical welding equipment.

Selects materials in accordance with suitable specifications for the job and plans tasks accordingly.

Makes simple calculations.

Rigging, hoisting and the ability to operate a forklift is required in order to move materials within the worksite.

Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.

Detects and reports defective equipment and material handling devices to the Supervisor.

Ensures compliance with all ASW Steel Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Works along with NDT inspector to complete annual NDT inspections on material handling and lifting devices.

Completes all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Attributes

Must be a certified Welder and holds a valid CWB or TSSA welding ticket.

At least 3 years of working experience as an Industrial Welder, preferably in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.

Willing to work rotating shifts (days, nights, and afternoons), overtime as required and the occasional weekends.

Demonstrates an aptitude for reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and any other written instructions.

Proven trouble‑shouting and diagnostic skills, mechanical aptitude and strong math skills.

Comfortable working at heights.

Able to multi‑task projects and meet production deadlines.

Superior analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills and a demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently or as part of a team.

Strong safety track record.

A strong willingness to work in a fast‑paced, lean environment where adaptability, innovation and hard work are valued above all else.

This is filling an existing vacancy.

This is a union position paying $39.54 per hour with overtime available after 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

There is a shift premium paid to employees working the afternoon shift ($0.35) and the night shift ($0.55).

Valbruna ASW Inc. offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance and pension plan.

*If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your resume directly via e-mail with“Industrial Welder” in the subject line. No agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest but can only commit to contacting suitable and qualified candidates.

* Valbruna ASW Inc. is a supporter of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ACT (AODA) and is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the AODA. Accommodations will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during any stage of the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodations required in your application e-mail.

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