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CNC (computer numerical control) machinist

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English or French
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
  • Experience: 5 years or more

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
  • 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
  • Operate machining tools to fabricate parts

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Machinist Trade Certification

Measuring tools

  • Micrometers
  • Callipers
  • Calibre
  • Gauges
  • Verniers

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Mastercam CAD/CAM

Equipment and machinery experience

  • Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Type of industry experience

  • Custom machining

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Attention to detail

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Dependability
  • Team player

Screening questions

  • Are you authorized to work in Canada?
  • Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

  • Evening
  • Shift
  • Flexible hours

Employment terms options

  • Day

Health benefits

  • Health care plan

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Night shift premium

Long term benefits

  • Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Variable or compressed work week