Forging machine operator

Work setting

• Metal product fabrication industry

Tasks

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Document work completed
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Organized

Employment terms options

• Evening

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for mature workers

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)