Machinist

Work setting

• General manufacturing

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
• 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
• Ensure that safety standards and departmental policies are met
• Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
• Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
• Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe

Experience and specialization

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Gauges
• Verniers

Instrument experience

• Precision measuring instrument

Equipment and machinery experience

• Drill presses
• Milling machines
• Surface grinders
• Tapping machines
• Tool grinders
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Lathes and other machining tools

Repetitive machining operation experience

• Turning

Parts specialization

• Manufacturing equipment

Area of specialization

• Secondary school education

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Wellness program