Metal Fabrication Lead Hand

The Metal Fabrication Lead Hand is a leadership role in the fabrication department, responsible for overseeing and coordinating the work of a team of metal fabricators, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in the fabrication process. They act as a liaison between the fabrication team and the Supervisor(s), providing guidance, training, and support to team members while ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.

• Hands on leadership role, performing brake press set-up, MIG welding, spot welding.
• Supervising and directing the work of up to three (3) team members, delegating tasks, and ensuring efficient workflow within the fabrication area.
• Read and interpret equipment blueprints, fabrications, and drawings.
• Monitoring the quality of fabricated parts and assemblies, ensuring they meet specifications and standards.
• Assisting with production schedules, coordinating with other departments, and troubleshooting production issues.
• Enforcing safety regulations and procedures, promoting a safe working environment, and ensuring team members adhere to safety protocols.
• Providing training and guidance to team members on fabrication techniques, safety procedures, and quality control.
• Identifying areas for improvement and suggesting solutions to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by management.

• Minimum five (5) years of lead hand or supervisory experience in a metal manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in various fabrication techniques, including welding, cutting, bending, and assembly.
• Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpretation of blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Certificate of Qualification from an accredited related college/trade program an asset.
• Current valid forklift license required.
• Demonstrated ability to use hand tools, measuring tools, vernier calipers, etc.
• Experience with ABB robotics an asset.
• Experience with Outlook, Excel, Word and Windows O/S.

• Excellent English communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to identify and resolve fabrication and production issues efficiently.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, communicate effectively, and provide clear instructions.
• Professional work ethic, flexible, highly motivated and detail oriented.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and quality procedures.

• Walking:
  May be required to perform 7- 8 hours per shift.
• Standing:
  May be required to perform 7- 8 hours per shift.
• Sitting:
  May be required to perform 1 hour per shift.
• Lift Floor to waist:
  May be required to perform 6 - 8 hours per shift not consecutive up to 20kg.
• Lift Waist to Shoulder:
  May be required to perform 6 - 8 hours per shift not consecutive up to 20kg.
• Stair Climbing:
  May be required, up to 6 steps.
• Ability to Use Hands:
  Required to Hold, Grip, Lift, Push, Pull.

• Required to perform 7-8 hours per shift.

• Back:
  Able to bend and twist Back 5 - 6 hours per shift but not repetitive.
• Neck:
  Able to bend and twist Neck 5 - 6 hours per shift but not repetitive.
• Wrist:
  Able to bend and twist Wrist 5 - 6 hours per shift but not repetitive.
• Waist:
  Able to bend and twist Back 5 - 6 hours per shift but not repetitive.

• None
• Able to work in an environment with equipment and machine noise.

• Properly licensed to operate motorized equipment (forklift, scissor lift).

• Must be free from all recreational substances including alcohol.
• Any medication that hinders ability to perform any task listed in Job Demand.

• Pushing: light, less than 5 - 6 hours per shift.
• Pulling: light, less than 5 - 6 hours per shift.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
• This role requires walking and standing for 7–8 hours per shift, and lifting items up to 20 kg multiple times per shift. Are you able to safely perform these physical tasks throughout your workday?
• The job involves repetitive hand movements, as well as bending and twisting of the back, neck, wrists, and…