General Machinist

**General Machinist**

, Permanent. 40 hours per week

Wage: $25.00-$39.00 per hour - starting rate commensurate with experience, with full benefits (life, health, dental, RRSP) after probation.

Essential

**Responsibilities**:

- Must be able to set up and operate various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments
- Fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines.
- CNC experience is an asset.
- Minimum three years of practical experience mandatory.
- Review samples, drawings, or instructions to understand the specifications of the output
- Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
- Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
- Select appropriate machines (e.g., lathes) and position or load material for a job
- Monitor the machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues
- Determine and program the size of batches and the speed of the machine
- Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects
- Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages
- Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in using and programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
- Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) to take accurate measurements
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals
- Knowledge of metal properties and other material
- Outstanding mathematical skills and analytical abilities
- Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

**Salary**: $25.00-$39.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location