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.   For a more detailed look into the Alberta facilities check out our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xQADgkApRE

Russel Metals Inc. is currently seeking an individual for the position of Saw Operator in our Nisku, AB location.

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

Position Summary

Assist and support plant personnel to efficiently process Saw cutting orders to customer specifications achieving quality standards and production requirements and timelines and perform all tasks safely and in keeping with the workplace health and safety requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete pre-inspection equipment reports before each shift including Saws / Cranes and or any other equipment used.
• Perform all tasks safely and as directed
• Comply with all workplace policies including health and safety
• Be a team player
• Perform all tasks in a professional respectful manner
• Any other tasks that may be assigned by management
• Participate in all company directed training
• Responsible for selecting the correct material (bar and tube products) in order to saw cut customer orders as required
• Organize work to consistently meet established production and quality targets.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• May be required to work rotating shifts
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Ability to operate the overhead crane / forklift
• Proficient in performing mathematical calculations with ability to read a tape measure / caliper
• Self motivated, results oriented
• Previous experience an asset

Hourly Rate: $32.68/hr

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.

Russel Metals is committed to a safe and injury free work environment for all our employees, contractors, customers, vendors and visitors. Due to the safety sensitive environment of our locations, depending on the position applied for you may be required to participate in post offer pre-employment medical testing, including drug testing.

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.