Manual machinist

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Work setting

• General manufacturing

Tasks

• Measure and lay out work pieces in preparation for assembly
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
• Set up and adjust production machineries/tools
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
• Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools
• Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Machinist Trade Certification

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Calibre
• Gauges
• Verniers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automatic lathes
• Broaching machine
• Drill presses
• Milling machines
• Sawing machine
• Universal grinders

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Day
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week