Company Description
Canam Bridges designs, manufactures and installs steel bridges for major infrastructure contractors across North America. Canam Bridges is a member of Canam Group, which has over 3,500 employees and operates 12 plants in North America, as well as engineering offices in Canada, Romania, India and the Philippines.
Job Description
Operate various machines in compliance with the corporate mission and values, and department financial objectives.
Essential Functions
Analyze specification charts, samples, and drawings to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements
Develop a plan of action to manufacture components according to specifications
Measure and mark raw materials needed to manufacture required components
Set up equipment required to complete each step of the manufacturing plan
Operate equipment to carry out each step correctly
Monitor the production process and intervene when necessary
Inspect finished components for defects
Maintain equipment required to carry out duties
Follow prescribed safety regulation and equipment lock-out/tag-out procedures
Comply with Global Harmonized System (GHS), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and hazardous waste labeling requirements
Execute proper spill response procedures
Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors
Work in a safe and conscientious manner
Assist other employees in the performance of their duties as necessary
Perform all other job duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Familiar with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) software and machinery used for computer-aided manufacturing
Ability to operate grinders, lathes, and milling machines
Math skills to take precise measurements and make calculations
Oral and written communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective manufacturing plans based on specifications
Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues that arise during the manufacturing process
Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as a team member
Read and speak English
Experience in structural steel operations (preferred)
High School Diploma (preferred)
Additional Information
Physical Demands
Regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Routine exposure to steel fabrication environment and occasional outside weather conditions, excessive noise levels and is regularly exposed to vibration. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes, vapors, or airborne particles. Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
Remuneration
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as excellent opportunities for training and advancement.
Canam is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.