Mammoth Equipment & Exhausts

METAL SHOP cutter

Mammoth Equipment is on a growth trajectory, driven by our exceptional product, a stellar team, and a robust organizational culture. Established in 1974, we've expanded our presence to offices in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and Argentina. Globally, we provide a diverse range of cutting-edge, tailor-made, and versatile solutions for the mining, transport, rail, industrial, agriculture, and marine sectors. Our innovations not only safeguard people and the environment but also contribute to prolonged machinery and equipment life, ensuring enhanced performance and durability.

About the Role:

We're in search of a mechanically inclined individual with a solid background in metalworking. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess a strong work ethic, and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Reading and Interpreting: Interpret parts drawings and cut templates accurately to ensure precise cutting of metal components.
  • Measuring Proficiency: Utilize handheld measuring equipment proficiently to ensure precise dimensions and adherence to specifications.
  • Geometry and Cutting: Demonstrate a strong understanding of geometry to execute precise cutting techniques. Experience in geometric cutting methods is required.
  • Equipment Operation: Operate a variety of metalworking and machining equipment, including drill presses, band saws, hydraulic presses, and other relevant machinery.
  • Additional Skills: Experience with plasma cutters or MIG welding is advantageous and may be utilized in certain tasks.


Daily Tasks:

  • Metal Cutting and Forming: Execute cutting and forming tasks for various metal components, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Material Handling: Load metal parts onto carts for transfer to the assembly shop, maintaining organization and efficiency in the production process.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment and maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Experience: Previous experience in metalworking and machine operation is essential for this role.
  • Reliability: Demonstrate reliability and maintain a strong attendance record, showing commitment to meeting daily deadlines and production goals.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to work efficiently under pressure, solving problems as they arise to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
  • Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, prioritizing team goals and contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Communication: Communicate effectively in English and demonstrate a customer-focused attitude towards internal and external stakeholders.
  • Physical Requirements: Must be capable of lifting and moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds regularly, 50-60 pounds frequently, and participate in occasional team lifts exceeding 100 pounds.


Training:


On-the-Job Training: Receive comprehensive on-the-job training covering drawing interpretation, equipment operation, and relevant processes to ensure proficiency in the role.


Forklift Training: Opportunity for forklift training at regular intervals to enhance skills and contribute to workplace safety.


Physical Requirements:


Strength and Stamina:

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, often weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally more.
  • Sustain long periods of standing, walking, or repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, and lifting.

Hand-Eye Coordination & Dexterity:

  • Precise control of fingers and hands to manipulate or adjust metal objects.
  • Ability to use hand tools, such as hammers, pliers, and screwdrivers, efficiently.
  • Capability to operate machinery or equipment that require steady and coordinated movements.

Visual Acuity:

  • Clear vision to read small labels, measurements, blueprints, or computer screens.
  • Ability to recognize fine details, judge depth, and perceive subtle or nuanced differences in shape or brightness.
  • Possessing peripheral vision to be aware of surroundings, especially when working around moving machinery or equipment.

Flexibility & Balance:

  • Capability to bend, twist, stoop, and reach without constraint.
  • Maintain balance while working on potentially slippery or uneven surfaces, or when handling heavy materials or tools.

Endurance:

  • Resilience to work in a fast-paced environment, often under strict deadlines.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks over extended periods without significant fatigue.

Environmental Tolerance:

  • Capability to work in environments that might be dusty or have fluctuating temperatures.
  • Tolerance for exposure to loud noises from machinery or tools, with the understanding that protective gear must always be worn.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods, such as safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, masks, or steel-toed boots.

Respiratory & Circulatory Health:

  • Possess adequate lung capacity and respiratory health to work in environments where fumes or dust might be present, especially when wearing masks or respirators.
  • Healthy circulatory system to prevent potential complications when standing for prolonged periods or operating vibrating machinery.

Cognitive Abilities:

  • Strong spatial abilities to judge distances or understand how objects fit together.
  • Alertness and focus, especially important when operating machinery or handling sharp objects.

Gross Motor Skills:

  • Proficiency in using larger muscle groups to walk, stand, pull, push, or carry.

Tolerance for Repetition:

  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks without physical discomfort.
  • There will be a variety of other regular duty tasks not listed above.

Job Details

  • This is a full-time permanent position. Eight (8) hour, day shift from Monday to Friday.
  • Headingley, MB R4H 0A9 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).
  • $24.00 per hour.
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