General Machinist

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.
The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.
What We Offer:

- 70+ Locations across Canada.
- Monday to Friday, Day Shifts.
- Full-Time.
- Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) start on your first day.
- Vacation time.
- Vast Career Development Opportunities and more.

**Job Summary**
Responsible for supplying technical knowledge and skill to machining components and parts from various materials from drawings. Adheres to general management objectives, company policies, health and safety rules and established quality standards.
**Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities**
- Reads and interprets drawings and work process documentation.
- Cuts, shapes and machines various materials to tolerance based on provided drawings or samples.
- Performs various work in process measurements to maintain tolerances.
- Works with Maintenance to accommodate repairs and redesigns of parts for production machinery.
- Updates existing drawings to match changes in parts or designs.
- Sets up and operates machine shop equipment (Lathe, mill, surface grinders etc. )
- Participates in and contributes to the continuous improvement process. Adheres to all workplace safety policies, compliances and regulations.
- Performs other duties as required.

**Nature and Scope**
- Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
- Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.
- May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

**Work Environment**
- Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors, such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
- Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about. Occasionally there may be a requirement to stoop or lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 pounds).
- Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

**Education and Experience**
Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Red Seal certification preferred
- Prefer experience in Jobbing Shops
- Excellent coordination and mechanical skill
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy and safety
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read blueprints and drawings
- Proficient in accurate measuring using different tools (i.e. Calipers, inside/outside micrometers etc.)
- Working knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday