- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Work setting
General manufacturingMachine set-up
Tasks
Measure and lay out work pieces in preparation for assemblyRead and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tablesSet up and adjust production machineries/toolsFit and assemble components and machine parts to close toleranceMaintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instrumentsDocument and report deviations from specifications and tolerancesMaintain inspection records and complete inspection reportsVerify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine toolsVerify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instrumentsEnter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine toolsRead blueprints to determine work requirements
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Machinist Trade CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Measuring tools
MicrometersCallipersCalibreGaugesVerniers
Equipment and machinery experience
Automatic lathesBoring machinesEngine lathesMilling machinesSurface grindersUse computer numerical control (CNC) machines
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Ability to work independentlyTight deadlinesRepetitive tasksPhysically demandingStanding for extended periodsAttention to detail
Weight handling
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
ToolsSteel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
AccurateDependabilityEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityInitiativeTeam playerQuick learner
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you live near the job location?
Employment terms options
MorningDay
Health benefits
Dental planHealth care planVision care benefits
Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer