Posted 5 days ago
Brake Press Operator
@ Arrow
Woodstock, Ontario
Overview
Arrow is hiring a full-time Brake Press Operator to safely run brake presses that form steel and other metals to part drawings. The role involves setting up tooling, programming computerized machinery, and checking parts against blueprint tolerances. Pay is $23.00 to $28.35 per hour with health, dental, RRSP matching, and three weeks vacation.
Responsibilities:
- Set up tooling and form metal to drawings
- Program computerized brake press machinery
- Verify parts against blueprint tolerances
- Perform preventative maintenance and logs
- Maintain safe, organized work area
Requirements summary:
- High school education or equivalent experience
- Ability to read blueprints and do advanced math
- Experience with lifting devices (crane, lift truck)
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs frequently
- Strong communication and teamwork
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 30 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Arrow
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Full company description
Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,975
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 142
- Reported office locations
- 151 Arrow Road, Guelph, Ontario N1K 1S8, CA
- Business categories
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Arrow
- Arrow Machine And Fabrication Group
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- 0
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Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Guelph, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 38 |
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Company Introduction:
Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.
We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.
We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.
Group Division:
At Arrow Engineered Products, we design and manufacture turnkey solutions for a wide range of customers with needs in nuclear, chemical mixing, heat exchanger, and autoclave systems, including fuel storage and various custom-designed pressure and non-pressure systems, all in compliance with ASME, PED, ULC, and API certified design criteria.
Compensation Range: $23.00 up to $28.35
Position Summary: Responsible for the safe operation of the brake presses for forming various steel gauges and materials as per the part-specific drawing. Incumbent will select appropriate tooling to complete the task in a timely manner. Ability to use a variety of measuring equipment to ensure that tolerances are maintained as per blueprint drawings.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Set up tooling
- Using the appropriate gauge metal required for the job, form the product according to the directives.
- Maintain awareness and understanding of the fabrication sequence being performed and the steps
- involved in the process to completion.
- Bring to the attention of the Lead Hand Assigned any positive ideas, improvements, or feedback
- related to improvements in the process.
- Promote a team environment.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area to ensure employee safety and product efficiency.
- Meet all timelines on products being fabricated.
- Set up, prepare, and program the computerized machinery from scratch for “first articles”.
- Follow all Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and Company Health & Safety Policies
- Make equipment adjustments to the computerized system when required.
- Ensure all parts comply with the blueprint specifications and quality standards. Parts that are
- out of specification or damaged are to be segregated, and quality assurance notified
- Select the program that corresponds with the part number.
- Select the specified dies that are listed on the traveller.
- Ensure WIP tags and updated traveller move to the next operation as per the control of
- product document.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery
- Complete daily maintenance and repair logs
- Communicate and assist co-workers, operators, supervisors, and leadhands when required.
- Maintain and secure work tools.
- Clean and maintain work area.
- Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and Organizational Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Follow all lockout procedures when doing repairs and adjustments.
- Completion of ITP paperwork.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- High school education or equivalent, or years of experience combined with education, designations, and certification.
- Ability to read, write, and possess some advanced mathematical skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Knowledge of various industry-related hand tools
- Experience working safely with lifting devices (Crane, Lift Truck, magnet, and other lifting devices)
- Ability to frequently lift up to 30lbs
Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies:
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Good situational awareness.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; must have excellent problem-solving skills.
- Team player, consistently cooperative, and enjoys working with others and collaborating well with all levels of employees.
- Promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Treats people with respect and works with integrity and ethics. Upholds organizational values.
- Is consistently at work and on time.
- Follows instructions and responds to management direction.
- Understands safe work practices.
What We Offer – Your Benefits Package
At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.
Health & Wellness
- Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
- Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
- Fitness membership discount
- Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
Financial Benefits
- Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
- RRSP Match Program
- Life and travel insurance for you and your family
- Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
- Employee Discount Program
Time Off & Culture
- Three weeks vacation days to start
- Regular company events and team activities
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
Career Growth
- Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training
- Red Seal Program
Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.
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