machinist

Overview

Languages

English or French

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• General manufacturing

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Machinist Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Gauges
• Verniers

Specialized machining processes

• Water jet

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automatic lathes
• Milling machines
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player