Welding Fitter
Company Bio
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. Operates in a competitive global market producing wide ranging metal-based assemblies and components across a variety of industry sectors including but not limited to Mining, Oil & Gas, Crane and Drag-line Components, Agricultural, Machine building, and Heavy Equipment Manufacturing.
Role Overview
The Fabrication Fitter is responsible for assembling, fitting, and preparing metal components and structures in accordance with engineering drawings, welding procedures, and quality standards. This role plays a critical part in ensuring fabricated assemblies meet dimensional tolerances, structural requirements, and customer specifications within a manufacturing, heavy fabrication environment.
Key Responsibilities
· Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
· Lay out, position, align, and fit and assemble structural steel, plate, and custom metal components following blueprints.
· Position components in jigs or fixtures and use hand and power tools (files, chisels, grinders, saws, drills, torches) to trim and adjust parts for proper fit-up to ensure they meet the print requirements.
· Use measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, levels, calipers, and micrometers to ensure dimensional accuracy.
· Tack weld components in correct sequence to maintain alignment and minimize distortion (where qualified and permitted).
· Prepare joints for welding by cleaning, beveling, grinding, and ensuring proper fit-up.
· Work closely with welders, supervisors, and quality personnel to ensure assemblies meet required standards.
· Perform visual inspections of fit-up prior to final welding and report non-conformances.
· Follow work orders, production schedules, and shop priorities to meet deadlines.
· Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with company safety policies and OHSA regulations.
· Assist with rework and repairs as required
· Assist the team in looking for better ways to manufacture the parts.
Qualifications & Skills
· Proven experience as a Fabrication fitter/ Welder-fitter in a heavy manufacturing environment
· Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings (blueprints) and welding symbols.
· Solid understanding of fabrication methods, joint preparation, and weld distortion control.
· Proficient with common shop math and measurement conversions.
· Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately.
· Experience with structural steel, pressure components, or custom fabrications is an asset.
· Forklift and overhead crane experience considered an asset.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Education & Experience
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Trade certification in metal fabrication or related field considered an asset.
· Minimum 2 years of fabrication fitting experience preferred.
· Must be able to speak, read, and understand English to safely follow work instructions, drawings, and safety procedures.
Working Conditions
· Shop environment with exposure to noise, sparks, grinding debris, and moving equipment.
· Regular lifting, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
· Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have an attention for detail to ensure tight deadlines are met.
Safety & Quality Expectations
· Adhere strictly to workplace health and safety legislation and company safety procedures.
· Follow all quality control processes and documentation requirements.
· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Competencies
· Attention to detail
· Mechanical aptitude
· Spatial awareness
· Problem-solving skills
· Teamwork and communication
· Time management and reliability
We offer
· Competitive wages
· Overtime after 40 hours per week
· A comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, critical care and pension plan
· Opportunity to be part of a growing, diverse team
Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Southwestern Manufacturing throughout the recruitment, selection and/ or interview process to applicants with disabilities. Please note that this recruitment process may involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications and assessing candidate qualifications. All AI tools used are designed to support fair and consistent hiring practices and are subject to human oversight. Final hiring decisions are made by company representatives, not automated systems. Applicants with questions or concerns about the use of AI in this process may contact Human Resources for more information or to request an alternative application method. Any personal information collected through the hiring process, including information processed by AI tools, will be handled in accordance with our company Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Experience:
- Fitting Welds: 2 years (preferred)
- Welding: 2 years (preferred)
- Blueprint reading: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
