Meet Fraser McClure, our Plant Supervisor at GWS-Edmonton in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Fraser has been an integral part of the facility for nearly 29 years, starting his journey directly after college.

Fraser earned his degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Alberta in Canada. During his studies, one of his classes toured several manufacturing facilities, including one where his professor was employed. Afterwards, he soon found out that the company he visited was searching for an engineer. Fraser applied, landed the position on a six-month contract, and hasn’t looked back since!

Over the decades, Fraser has played a pivotal role in helping to advance the technology and their refining processes at the facility. The specialized inserts manufactured at GWS-Edmonton are created from powdered materials, undergoing a series of complex procedures. Fraser’s passion lies in new product development—experimenting with raw material combinations to create stronger, more durable inserts.

Fraser’s knowledge, dedication, and pride in the products he helps manufacture and process makes him an invaluable asset to the GWS team. Fraser also appreciates the diversity and reach of GWS, being part of a larger organization that includes everything from standard end mills to custom turning solutions and highly specialized inserts. He especially values the teamwork across our many facilities, recalling a unique project that involved three different locations. One facility created an end mill, his facility added ceramic tips, and another facility brazed the end mill to a carbide base.

LIFE OUTSIDE OF GWS

With two young children at home, Fraser doesn’t have as much free time as he once did, but he wouldn’t trade it for anything. His kids keep him busy with gymnastics and piano lessons. Music isn’t new to Fraser—he’s learning piano alongside his daughter now, but he used to play guitar. During his college days, he participated in an engineering-week “Battle of the Bands” event, where his band took second place and even got to open for Big Sugar at the end of the week!

Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Fraser has also traveled to five countries—Peru, Japan, the U.S.A, Costa Rica, and Mexico. He’s explored both Canada and the United States extensively, but his favorite travel memory is riding the bullet train in Japan.

In his spare time, Fraser enjoys following rocket launches and staying updated on new space technology. He once kept a keen eye on the latest computer developments, but now his interest has since shifted to electric cars, fueling his curiosity about the future of automotive innovation.

Interested In A Career At GWS Tool Group?

If you enjoy working with dedicated people like Fraser, consider applying to GWS Tool Group. We are always looking for talented and driven individuals to work at our facilities in Florida, California, Illinois, Arizona, Michigan, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Canada. Browse open jobs here.