Supervisor, Machinists

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 37.5 to 45 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: 5 years or more
**Work setting**:

- Manufacture
- Custom machine shop
**Tasks**:

- Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Prepare production and other reports
- Train or arrange for training
- Co-ordinate and schedule activities
- Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
- Set up machines and equipment
- Supervise workers and projects
- Computer numerical control (CNC) machines
- Operate and set up machines to perform repetitive machining operations
- Clean and maintain work space
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
- Enter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
**Supervision**:

- 5-10 people
- Staff in various areas of responsibility
- Apprentices
- Machine operators
- Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
**Type of industry experience**:

- Custom machining
- Metal products manufacturing
**Specialization or experience**:

- Green economy sector
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Attention to detail
- Fast-paced environment
- Tight deadlines
- Work under pressure
- Manual dexterity
- Hand-eye co-ordination
**Weight handling**:

- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
**Own tools/equipment**:

- Steel-toed safety boots
- Tools
**Personal suitability**:

- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Reliability
**Screening questions**:

- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
**Green job**:

- Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
**Financial benefits**:

- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Team building opportunities