Metal Fabricator

Position Summary Working in our new metal flashing fabrication shop in Nanaimo as well as on the sales desk, the Sheet Metal Fabricator supports the sale of metal flashing and cuts and bends to order. The shifts are Monday - Friday with a Saturday rotation every 5 weeks. The wage range for this position is $23 - $27 per hour.  Key Responsibilities * Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers * Maintain an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as top priorities * Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications * Cut and bend metal flashings, utilizing shear and break * Inspect products to ensure quality and conformity to specifications * Maintain Metal Shop (assembling orders in a neat fashion, and maintaining a clean work space) * Carry out equipment inspections, servicing and minor maintenance. * Schedule all incoming orders and communicate lead times as required * Maintain inventory of materials * Provide superior customer service * Practice and promote workplace safety standards * All other duties as assigned by manager   Skills and Qualifications * Training and/or experience in sheet metal fabrication is an asset * Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) * Manual dexterity * Forklift experience is an asset * A positive can-do attitude is essential! * Effective interpersonal skills * Flexibility in working hours and willingness to work overtime when required   Physical Requirements * Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. * Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements with weight Benefits * Health benefits - including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. * Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided. * Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more. If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application. As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Overview  The purpose of this position is to build architectural sheet metal products in manufacturing reaching identified productivity, reliability, and quality and safety targets in a team environment.  Expected to be results oriented, accountable for all aspects of meeting our customer expectations.    Technical Responsibilities of the Job * Assemble products made out of sheet metal/insulation with supervision per process details specified by our customers.  This may involve using simple hand tools as well as more complex equipment such as CNC press brakes and spot welders.  * The ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math functions is essential. * Comply with all safety recommendations and requirements. * Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times. * Partner and assist in the implementation of continuous improvement, quality and overall process and product development.  Identify at least two opportunities for continuous process and quality improvement per year.  Work with area lead to accomplish these ideas. * Follow procedures to ensure products meet quality standards. * Obtain beginner level in part identification and application (how it’s used). * Treat all team members, customers and internal / external suppliers with dignity and respect. * Assist in the implementation of new products, processes, standardized procedures, work instruction and training. * Obtain minimum productivity measurements that are defined by your team lead   Behavioral Responsibilities of the Job * Treat all team members, customers and internal / external suppliers with dignity and respect. * Must be willing to move to different departments and adapt to their processes. * Ability to work with minimal supervision * Must properly manage multiple tasks of varying priority. * Effectively communicate through email and in meetings with different company departments and personnel * Strong analytical and problem solving skills   Leadership Responsibilities * All employees are expected to immediately communicate problems encountered as they pertain to Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery standards. * Ability to work independently and as part of an evolving team * Self-leadership capabilities – the ability to lead yourself to meet your goals and those of the company. * Lead in the development of your own career with the assistance of the Skills Matrix and Standard Works * Key role in process and standard work development. * Aspire to do more than the listed duties   Training/Certification * Basic mathematical skills. (i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) * Must be able to read/comprehend, write, communicate orally and reason and analyze information. * Soldering and hand tool experience is desirable. * Experience with use of tools used in sheet metal manufacturing is desired but not necessary and will require training to a beginner level within 6 months of hire. * Strong analytical and problem solving skills   Education * Less than high school education or up to one month related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.