Machinist

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Skills and Abilities

Work setting
- General manufacturing
Tasks
- Compute dimensions and tolerances of machine parts
- 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
- 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
- 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 coursesﾠ
- Machinist Trade Certification
- Machinist Red Seal Endorsment
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Measuring tools
- Micrometers
- Callipers
- Gauges
- Verniers
Equipment and machinery experience
- Automatic lathes
- Boring machines
- Broaching machine
- Drill presses
- Engine lathes
- Honing machines
- Milling machines
- Sawing machine
- Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
Security and safety
- Drug test
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Standing for extended periods
- Attention to detail
Weight handling
- Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Quick learner
Employment terms options
- Shift
Employment terms options
- Day
- Overtime available
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Other benefits
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available
- Travel insurance
- Variable or compressed work week