Axle Welder - Ontario

Axle Welder / Order Picker · We are searching for an experienced Axle Welder / Order Picker at our Milton facility.  · Dexter · is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, · venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components ser ...

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Axle Welder / Order Picker

We are searching for an experienced Axle Welder / Order Picker at our Milton facility. 

Dexter
is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors,
venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the
commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured
housing markets has an opportunity for a Axle Welder / Order Picker at our
manufacturing facility located in Milton, Ontario

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing
state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining
processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the
principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled
customer service.

For
more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at

Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Axle Welder to join our
truck and trailer operations in Ontario. This is a full-time position combining
part-time axle welding with order preparation, warehouse, and shop support
duties. Welding tasks will be assigned based on workload, so flexibility and
willingness to assist with other operational duties are essential.

Key Responsibilities
Axle Welding (As Required)
Perform
MIG welding on truck and trailer axle assemblies, brackets, spring
seats, hangers, and other structural components
Repair
and modify axles and suspension components as required
Inspect
completed welds to ensure strength, accuracy, and compliance with quality
and safety standards
Read and
interpret drawings, measurements, and work orders
Set up,
align, and tack components prior to welding

Order Preparation & Warehouse / Shop Support
Pick,
stage, and prepare parts and materials for internal or customer orders
Verify
order accuracy using work orders and packing slips
Assist
with loading and unloading trucks and trailers using proper material
handling practices
Organize
and maintain inventory and stock levels
Maintain
a clean, safe, and organized shop and warehouse environment
Provide
general assistance to shop staff as required

Safety & Compliance
Work in
compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and company safety policies
Properly
use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE)
Participate
in safety training, toolbox talks, and hazard reporting
Report
unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses immediately

Qualifications & Requirements
Welding
experience in truck, trailer, axle, or heavy-duty fabrication
environments
Proficiency
in MIG welding; FCAW or other welding certifications an asset
Ability
to read and interpret drawings, measurements, and work instructions
WHMIS
training required (or willingness to complete)
CSA-approved
safety footwear required
Ability
to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work
Forklift
experience and license required

Preferred Qualifications
CWB
welding certification
Red Seal
Welder or apprenticeship completion
Experience
with suspension systems and axle alignment

Work Environment
Heavy-duty
shop and warehouse setting
Working
hours from 8am to 5pm Mondays through Fridays
Exposure
to welding fumes, noise, steel materials, and heavy equipment
Mandatory
use of PPE at all times

WHAT WE OFFER
Permanent, full-time position;
Daytime schedule, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m;
Group insurance, 75% employer-paid (dental, life, vision, disability);
RRSP with employer contribution of up to 4%;
Annual vacations, paid vacations and sick days;
Employee assistance program;
Opportunities for advancement ;
Training and development activities;
Company events
Business casual
On-site parking

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:
Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations
Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by local law.