machinist

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

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

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• General manufacturing

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Compute dimensions and tolerances of machine parts
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Machinist Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Calibre
• Gauges
• Verniers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automatic lathes
• Boring machines
• Drill presses
• Engine lathes
• Jig grinder
• Milling machines
• Universal grinders
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program