numerically controlled (NC) machinist

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work setting

• Automobile repair services
• Agricultural equipment
• General manufacturing
• Transportation - road/rail/marine
• Mining Industry
• Oil and gas industry
• Oilfield construction industry

Responsibilities

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
• Repair machine tools and parts
• Set up and adjust production machineries/tools
• Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance
• Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments
• 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
• Gauges
• Verniers

Computer and technology knowledge

• Mastercam CAD/CAM

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automatic lathes
• Boring machines
• Broaching machine
• Drill presses
• Engine lathes
• Milling machines
• Sawing machine
• Shapers
• Surface grinders
• Tool grinders
• Universal grinders
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Computer-aided design (CAD)

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available