Production Machinist

Job Description

Unifin International, a Wabtec Company in London, Ontario, was originally founded in the 1920’s. We are an electric equipment-cooling company, focused on the power generation and transmission markets. Our primary business is within North America, but we reach worldwide from legacy fossil fuel and nuclear plants to growing renewable energy power grids.

Who will you be working with?

As a member of the team at Unifin International, you will be working with 3 other machinists in our Machine Shop Department. You will report to the Production Supervisor and work within a group of 41 unionized employees. 

How will you make a difference?

We are looking for a machinist who has the knowledge and confidence to improve our machine shop with today’s tooling technology and efficiencies. Our machine shop consists of four (4) Haas Vertical CNC’s, one (1) Quickmill Vertical CNC, two (2) large radial arm drills and one (1) conventional lathe. Unifin manufactures a specially-designed product that requires special machining knowledge. The successful candidate will continue improving our machine shop process and help lead the department with 3 other machinists. They will also be willing to take initiative, correct process issues, be energetic with a positive attitude and challenge the status quo with continuous improvement techniques.

What do we want to know about you?

• Able to work as an individual or with other departments to meet customer demands and expectations;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a fast-paced machine shop environment running CNC and conventional machines;
• Possess strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of machining principles;
• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpreting engineering specifications;
• Experience with overhead cranes and other material-handling equipment;
• Fusion 360 is a plus.

What will your typical day look like?

• Always thinking of safety first;
• Program G-Code using Master Cam;
• Set up and manually program CNC vertical mills;
• Set up and operate conventional lathe;
• Set up and operate 6-foot radial arm drill;
• Develop, determine correct jigs and fixtures for various parts to be machined;
• Review production schedule and manage time according to workload and machine capacity;
• Review job drawings to ensure tooling and fixturing is available;
• Work with tooling suppliers to determine the best tooling technology needed for Unifin’s machining processes;
• Monitor the speeds and feeds of machines during the machining process;
• Read drawings, calculate dimensions and tolerances using measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to meet Unifin’s Quality standards;
• Lift parts with an overhead crane;
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with machines or tools as needed;
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

What about the physical demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Safety glasses, steel-toed safety shoes and hearing protection must be worn for the entirety of the shift.

Benefits of Working at Unifin International

Wages: First six months – probation - $31.59

After probation – full rate - $35.10

COLA - adjusted quarterly

Day shift – 40-hour work week; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; potential overtime during the week and on Saturday;

Annual vacation; company-paid holidays;

Benefits, effective upon hire, include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability coverage, Group RRSP/DPSP

Safety boot and prescription-safety-glasses allowance;

On-site parking, on bus route.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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