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You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.\nBased out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Fabrication Machine Operator will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor of the Fabrication Department. The Fabrication Machine Operator is responsible for machining Powell Canada products into E-house structures.\nEssential Responsibilities\nDetermine size and length requirements of each operation specified, within given allowable tolerance.\nSelect and transport material to different work areas manually or using machinery.\nMeasuring and marking sheet metal according to templates.\nOperate metalworking machines to cut punch, drill, and shape or straighten sheet metal.\nGrind and buff seams, joints and rough surfaces.\nPerform preventative maintenance on the equipment and its tooling, as well as, small electric and air tools.\nInspect products to ensure quality and conformity to specifications.\nPerform repairs on machinery.\nAssist in inventory control.\nPromote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.\nEnsures quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.\nEnsure work areas remain clean and well organized.\nOther duties as required.\nJob Requirements - Core Competencies\nAbility to program or learn to program N.C. equipment.\nComprehension and understanding of shop drawings.\nDemonstrates a sense of urgency and a “can-do” attitude by collaborating with others to solve problems and drive results.\nSelf-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.\nConscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.\nAbility to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.\nAble to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.\nMust have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.\nQualifications\nMinimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.\nMinimum of 1 year experience working in metal fabrication an asset.\nSheet metal worker trade certification is considered an asset.\nFamiliarity with Turret, Press Brake, Plasma, Laser Beam copper and other metal working equipment is an asset.\nFamiliarity with an MES (Manufacturing Execution System) is considered an asset.\nBasic skills Microsoft Office.\nWork Authorization: This is a permanent position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire. 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