Welder/Fitter

Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.

About The Role

The Welder/Fitter will be responsible for designing, fabricating, welding, repairing and installing various items and equipment in the plant. They will complete emergency repairs to keep the plant running.
This is an existing position in the company. The shift is 6am-4pm and rotates between weekday and weekend shifts on a 4-week rotation.

What's in it for you?

• Weekly pay
• $2 shift premium on weekends
• Group health and insurance benefits
• Company pension matching after 1 year
• Onsite Cafeteria
• Discount at our Chicken Shop
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work

What You Will Be Doing

• Installs and removes equipment. Fabricates/repairs conveyors, tanks, cabinets, and other production support equipment.
• Repairs/welds shackles, cages, wiener plant trees and sticks, etc.
• Installs, welds, repairs: ammonia, steam, high pressure and pneumatic piping systems.
• Replaces worn or corroded overhead line tracks, supports and guiding.
• Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine layout requirements.
• Plans the sequence of tasks and executes fabrication safely and efficiently.
• Performs calculations and applies shop formulas by using mathematical methods.
• Completes tasks of measuring, marking, and laying out a variety of plate and structural shapes.
• Sets up and operates trade specific machinery to cut and form parts to be assembled.
• Connects components using various welding processes and mechanical fasteners.
• Utilizes material handling, rigging, hoisting, and lifting equipment safely.
• Performs job duties safely and with precision ensuring compliance with drawings and applicable codes and standards.
• Assists Maintenance with emergency repairs and other Trades as necessary.

What You Will Bring

• Must possess mechanical aptitude including basic electrical, hydraulic pneumatic systems.
• Ability to use various welding processes.
• Ability to work correctly and safely with hand and power tools, steel/stainless steel, pipes, and other related materials.
• Experience in operating Metal Shear, Press Brake, Rolling Press and Pedestal Drill.
• Ability to work from schematics, drawings and prints.
• Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.
• Knowledge of Meat Plant Equipment is a major asset.
• Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS.
• Current, valid CWB and TSSA welding tickets.
• Forklift, Scissor Lift and Working at Heights certifications.

Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.
Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications. These tools help identify candidates whose qualifications closely align with the job requirements. Please note, these AI tools are not used to disqualify applicants but to support our efforts in efficiently screening large volumes of applications.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.

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