CNC (computer numerical control) machining tool operator

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Custom machine shop
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Manufacture
• Transportation - road/rail/marine
• General manufacturing
• Aviation/aerospace manufacturing
• Aviation/aerospace repair and overhaul

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate and set up machines to perform repetitive machining operations
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
• Enter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
• Clean and maintain work space
• Repair machine tools and parts
• Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
• Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance
• Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
• Set up and adjust production machineries/tools
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools
• Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Machinist Trade Certification
• Forklift Operator Certification

Experience and specialization

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Verniers

Welding techniques

• Robotic equipment and systems

Equipment and machinery experience

• Milling machines
• Sawing machine
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Drill presses

Equipment

• Single purpose production machine
• Automatic lathes
• Automated transfer machine
• SolidWorks software

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Initiative
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Accurate
• Team player
• Dependability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer