DEW Engineering and Development is a multi-divisional technology company that designs and manufactures innovative products for global clients. DEW provides a wide range of services and products to our military and commercial customers including: design, test and evaluation; prototyping and development; and manufacturing. DEW offers opportunities for growth, an attractive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and an environment that promotes personal and professional success. We currently have an opening for the following position:
WELDER
Reporting to the Welding Supervisor, welders are responsible to fabricate products safely and efficiently to provided specifications.
Responsibilities & Duties:
(Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following)
Possesses advanced understanding of established procedures and ability to apply knowledge to unusual and complex production problems, sometimes requiring fixture fabrication
Able to set up production fabrication fixtures to ensure quality of product
Read and interpret fabrication drawings/prints
Perform In process inspection by visually or mechanically inspect assemblies for defects (cracks, chips, dimension, surface finish, etc); records results and notifies lead/supervisor of deviation as appropriate
May use one of more of the following for measuring and inspection: Tape Measure, various types of Micrometers and Calipers
Train incoming employees on department work instructions, and inspection/test procedures
Use the manufacturing computer system for basic departmental functions, such as entering part transfers, closing operations and scrap; reports any discrepancies to lead or supervisor
Perform tasks utilizing various welding processes, which could include GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, MIG, SAW
Perform maintenance and repair of welding equipment
Understands and meets or exceeds quality standards; seeks to minimize reject rate
Assists and/or performs work in any and all areas as assigned.
May work any and all shifts/days as required
Other:
Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of related experience, 3+ years of direct experience
Experience in MIG and TIG welding
Post secondary education as a Welder/Fitter is preferred
MIG Aluminum/Steel Canadian Welding Bureau certification would be a significant asset
Must have, or be eligible for, all current applicable certifications
Experience in MIG and TIG welding
Experience operating a variety of production equipment and machines
Experience reading, interpreting and following blueprints and welding symbol
Previous experience working in a high-volume production facility
Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must have knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys and aluminum
Must have working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters
Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds
Required to pass tests to meet certification standards of governmental agencies or professional and technical associations
If your background is a match and you are interested in pursuing this challenging opportunity, please forward your resume in confidence.
While we thank all those who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
DEW is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
DEW strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, DEW will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources. For assistance in applying for the position in Ottawa email [email protected]
