At a Glance
Company: Fostet Manufacturing Inc.
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Market competitive
Shift: Day and Evening Shifts Available
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Canada
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC
Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support continued production demand and capacity growth across multiple industries, including automotive, defense, oil & gas, mining, and commercial manufacturing.
At Fostet Manufacturing, this position plays a key role in producing precision-machined components with complex geometries and tight tolerances, ensuring quality, reliability, and on-time delivery for customers.
The Work You'll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers to produce precision metal components
- Select tooling, fixtures, and workholding for efficient and repeatable production
- Load, run, and edit CNC programs at the machine as needed
- Establish offsets and verify setups prior to production runs
- Perform first-article and in-process inspections to ensure conformance
- Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
- Troubleshoot tooling, machine, or process issues
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
- Maintain accurate setup sheets, production records, and quality documentation
- Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to reduce downtime and improve processes
Machines, Controls & Software
You'll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
- Haas VF-5 series Vertical Machining Centers (with full 4th axis)
- Large-travel VMCs for medium-to-large components
Controls:
- Haas (Fanuc-type interface)
CAM Software:
- Mastercam (offline programming support)
Inspection Tools:
- Calipers, micrometers, gauges, indicators, and precision measuring instruments
Materials You'll Work With
- Aluminum
- Mild and alloy steels
- Stainless steel
- Various industrial metals depending on project requirements
What We're Looking ForRequired
- 5+ years of CNC milling experience in a production environment
- Strong setup experience (tooling, fixturing, offsets)
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
- Proficiency with precision measurement tools
- Experience holding tight tolerances
- Solid understanding of machining principles and tooling
- Ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently
- Strong attention to detail and quality mindset
- Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented
Preferred (Not Required)
- Familiarity with Haas, Fanuc, Mazak, or similar controls
- Experience editing G-code at the machine
- Experience with prototype through high-volume production
- Exposure to complex parts or multi-axis machining
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Fostet Manufacturing because of:
- Clean, organized, professional shop environment
- Modern CNC equipment and inspection capabilities
- Diverse, technically challenging work across multiple industries
- Stable workload with long-term customers
- Strong focus on quality and craftsmanship
- Collaborative team culture that values skilled tradespeople
- Opportunities to contribute ideas and process improvements
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay: Market-competitive salary based on experience
Benefits
- Company-sponsored health and dental coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid sick time
- Paid uniform program
- Work boot allowance
- Company-sponsored events
Schedule
- Day and evening shifts available
- Overtime as required based on workload
Accessibility & Equal Opportunity
Fostet Manufacturing Inc. is committed to accessible recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
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