Drum Winder 2 Operator

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at .

Location: Toronto - 179 Wicksteed  
Req ID: 29470  

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Job Responsibilities

• To report directly to the Shift Foreman or Designate on an ongoing basis and communicate all relevant matters pertaining to safely running Drum Winding lines
• Read and follow the instructions in the Shift notes that pertain to the product being run, prior to starting work.
• Verify that the identification tag corresponds with the product being produced.
• Set up and string-up the line.
• Change supply reels and butt weld together.
• Control the amplitude, rise, number of turns, and physical appearance according to specification.
• Check and record outside diameter as required.
• Wind the electrode into drums.
• Clear and secure the end of each Electrode Product, when required.
• Properly label, bag, box, and palletize the finished product according to specifications.
• Identify each drum or box with the appropriate identification and operator code.
• Maximize the productivity of the production lines.
• Change parts when needed and correct problems before they affect the quality of the product.
• Submit samples of finished product to the Quality Assurance Department for evaluation at the appropriate time or frequency.
• Follow Permission Notes and Special Order Instructions that may affect the product that you are running.
• Supply the line with packaging material, including but not limited to drums, reels, labels, and other packaging accessories, as required.
• Report mechanical or electrical problems to the Production Team Lead/Foreman/Shift Foreman or the Maintenance Department.
• Review, understand, and follow the departmental procedures, CEW/EW Specifications, CSSW/SSW Specifications, Plant Rules and Regulations and the Job Hazard Analysis that are associated with the performance of this job.

• Abide by and actively support Lincoln Electric’s Environmental Health & Safety policies, practices and procedures with respect to protecting the environment, the conservation of natural resources and the Health & Safety of all employees
• To participate co-operatively as an employee within the company’s GPMP and Merit Rating System.
• To actively participate in company, staff or individual one-on-one meetings on an ongoing basis for the purposes of effective teamwork, enhanced communication and progressive co-operation strategies within the department as well as other departments across the company.
• To continually contribute to the profitability of the company and ongoing business operations by initiating, recommending and implementing continuous improvement strategies and initiatives.
• To conduct any general duties, specific projects and responsibilities as assigned or required by the Shift Foreman or Designate in a timely and professional manner.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Read, write and do general math well enough to keep the records associated with this job.
• Able to understand and interpret the specifications and procedures related to this job.
• Be self-motivated, safety and quality conscious; requiring minimal supervision.
• Must be mechanically inclined and be able to lift up to 60 pounds
• Able to visually recognize and distinguish the different color codes.
• Able to work well as part of a team and get along with people.
• Excellent attendance record.

Minimum Experience Requirement: 

• 1 to 3 years of Manufacturing Experience
• Computer Knowledge

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.