A full service solution centre for agricultural and manufacturing industries near Sunnybrook, Alberta is looking for a skilled machinist to join their team on a permanent full time basis. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys operating metal working machinery, reading blueprints, and producing high quality components for threshing and separating systems. You will also apply your welding skills to fabricate and repair aftermarket parts, using overhead cranes and various machine tools. If you have at least two years of welding or machining experience, can pass a pre employment weld test, and love being part of a team in a long term career, this position offers extended health benefits, a boot allowance, vision allowance, educational assistance, onsite parking, and discretionary performance bonuses. The primary keyword machinist appears naturally here because that is exactly who we need.
About the Company
Sunnybrook Welding and Machine Shop is a manufacturer of combined aftermarket components, located near Sunnybrook, Alberta. Their strength lies in their ability to come up with innovative designs for threshing and separating. From concept to field trial, they are committed to helping their customers. As a team, they are always looking for incremental improvements that will allow customers to yield the most profitable crops. The long time industry veteran and President of Production, Piet Boogaard, credits his team for Sunnybrook Welding’s achievements. The company is far more than just a welding shop. With an impressive array of metal working machinery and boronizing systems, they are a full service solution centre for a broad swath of agricultural and manufacturing industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate metal working machinery including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to produce precision components for agricultural equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine machining and welding requirements.
- Perform welding tasks using appropriate techniques to fabricate and repair aftermarket parts.
- Use an overhead crane to move heavy materials and finished components safely around the shop.
- Conduct quality checks on finished parts, ensuring they meet tolerances and specifications.
- Maintain a clean and organised work area, following all safety protocols.
- Collaborate with team members on incremental improvements to designs and processes.
What You Need to Qualify
Preferred two years of welding experience is required, with relevant experience as a welder or welding apprentice. A pre employment weld test will be administered. Knowledge of the agriculture industry is an asset. Excellent time management and multitasking abilities are essential. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Candidates will be required to use an overhead crane; current certification is an asset. A valid driver’s licence is preferred for local commuting. You must be authorized to work in Canada. Ideally, you are local to the Sunnybrook area. Physical fitness for standing, lifting, and manual dexterity is required.
Salary and Benefits
The hourly rate for this Machinist position ranges from 28 to 34 Canadian dollars per hour based on experience and qualifications, which aligns with current market rates for skilled machinists and welders in Alberta. Extended health benefits include health and dental coverage, long term disability, and life insurance. You will receive a boot allowance and a vision allowance. Educational assistance is available for further training. Onsite parking is provided. Discretionary performance bonuses are awarded based on company and individual performance. This is a full time position with stable hours and a supportive team environment.
How to Apply
You can upload your resume and CV or copy and paste your details into the box provided. Please include a cover letter and your resume. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a weld test. If you are a skilled machinist who loves being part of a team and wants a long term career in agricultural manufacturing, do not wait. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.