Burning Operator

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals.

Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Russel Metals Inc. is currently seeking two individuals for the position of Burning Operator
in our Surrey, BC
location.

Shift work is required
. These individuals will ideally work straight graveyard shifts (overnights), or alternatively work rotating shifts (rotating every 2 weeks).

Please note - our work environment is safety sensitive and will require the successful applicant to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug evaluation(including cannabis).

• Operation of Crane and Hi-Definition Plasma Machine
• Responsible for all set up and preventative maintenance
• Knowledge of computer programming
• Process planning and CNC programming for machinery
• Responsible for meeting daily production and on time requirements
• Ability to read blueprints and conduct quality inspections
• Ability to meet specific tasks at hand

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Packaging material to customer specifications
• Advanced problem solving abilities
• Self motivated, results oriented
• Must be willing to work shift work (mornings, afternoons, graveyards)
• Previous experience operating forklifts and/or overhead cranes is an asset
• Previous experience working with manual beveling tools and portable flame cutting systems is an asset.

Russel Metals offers a competitive compensation plan that includes a competitive base salary, attractive profit-sharing plan, comprehensive benefits program, group Pension Plan, and various incentive and recognition programs.

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.