At a Glance

Company: Mahler Machining Ltd
Location: Coquitlam, BC, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $35 - $40 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional / As Desired
Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3+ years)
Work Authorization: Open to Canadian residents and USA/international candidates (immigration support available)
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

Other: Located in beautiful Coquitlam, BC - an outdoor paradise known for hiking, fishing, hunting, and world-class scenery.

Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth and expanding demand for complex, low- to medium-volume precision machining programs.

At Mahler Machining, this position plays a key role in producing high-precision components for industries including aerospace, medical, deep-sea systems, clean technology, robotics, and OEM manufacturing - with a strong focus on quality, repeatability, and craftsmanship.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will take ownership of new parts from drawing to finished component, including programming, setup, and prove-out.

You will:

Program, set up, and operate 5-axis CNC mills and horizontal machining centers
Develop efficient toolpaths, fixturing strategies, and machining processes
Take new parts from blueprint to production-ready workflows
Machine a wide range of materials including aluminum, steels, titanium, plastics, and brass
Hold tight tolerances (microns to 05")
Perform first-article and in-process inspection
Record measurements and quality data in ERP systems
Create detailed setup instructions for repeat production
Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize cycle times
Maintain clean, organized machines and work areas
Collaborate with other machinists, operators, and quality personnel

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with advanced equipment including:

Machines:

Mazak 5-Axis Machining Centers
Horizontal Milling Machines
Vertical CNC Mills

Controls:

Mazatrol (helpful but not required)

CAM Software:

GibbsCAM (primary programming platform)

Inspection Tools:

Micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and CMM support

Mahler operates a modern, Mazak-focused environment including Integrex mill-turns, palletized horizontals, and multi-axis milling platforms.

Materials You'll Work With

Aluminum
Mild & Alloy Steel
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Brass
Engineering Plastics

What We're Looking ForRequired

3+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and setup experience
Experience machining tight tolerances
Strong blueprint reading skills
Ability to independently program, set up, and prove out new parts
Experience machining a variety of materials
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Team-oriented mindset

Preferred (Not Required)

Horizontal machining experience
GibbsCAM experience
Mazak / Mazatrol familiarity
Experience developing repeatable production processes
Experience creating setup documentation

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Mahler Machining because:

Clean, climate-controlled facility
Modern, state-of-the-art equipment
High-complexity work - no boring production lines
Stable, growing company with long-term career potential
Supportive team environment focused on craftsmanship
Opportunities to contribute to process development and innovation
Strong safety and quality culture

Mahler has been a trusted precision manufacturing partner for over 40 years, producing critical components for global customers across many advanced industries.

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $35 - $40 per hour (DOE)
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance

Benefits

Extended health, dental, life & disability insurance
Flex health & lifestyle spending accounts
Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks (3 weeks after 5 years)
Paid sick days (5 per year)
Uniform and safety boot allowance
Company events and team activities

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional / Available

About Mahler Machining Ltd

Mahler Machining is a precision contract manufacturer specializing in high-complexity metal and plastic components for a wide range of industries including aerospace, medical, deep sea, energy, robotics, and OEM manufacturing.

Operating from a modern 20,000-square-foot facility in Coquitlam, BC, the company runs a diverse fleet of advanced CNC equipment including multi-axis mills, horizontals, mill-turns, and automated systems. Mahler is ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified and maintains a full quality department with dedicated inspectors and CMM capability.

The company's culture emphasizes respect, ownership, teamwork, growth, and doing things right - creating an environment where skilled machinists can build long-term careers.

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Mahler Machining Ltd

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5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist - Day Shift (GibbsCAM / Mazak)