Metalworking and forging machine operators

Example job titles

• bending press operator - metal fabrication
• cold press operator - metal forging
• disk flange operator - metal fabrication
• drop hammer operator - metal forging
• electric arc cutter - metal products manufacturing
• forging press operator
• metal-forming machine set-up operator
• metalworking machine operator
• power brake operator - metal fabrication
• power press operator - metal fabrication
• punch press setter - metalworking
• roll operator - metal fabrication
• saw operator - metal fabrication
• shear setter - metal fabrication
• sheet metal roll operator - metal fabrication

Main duties

• This group performs some or all of the following duties:
• Metalworking machine operators
• Read specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines such as shears, power presses, saws, plate rolls, drills, brakes, slitters, punch presses, computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment, and other hand tools to cut, bend, roll, ream, punch and drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together
• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective action or minor repairs
• May select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist
• May document work completed
• May build staging or erect scaffolding as required for heavy metalworking jobs

Employment requirements

• Completion of secondary school education may be required.
• Previous experience as a labourer or helper in the same company may be required.
• On-the-job training is usually provided.

Approved positions by year

All work permits by year