machinist

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years.

Work setting:

General manufacturing. Transportation - road/rail/marine.

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.
• 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.

Measuring tools:

• Micrometers.
• Callipers.
• Gauges.

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Boring machines.
• Broaching machine.
• Cylindrical grinders.
• Drill presses.
• Engine lathes.
• Milling machines.
• Single purpose production machine.
• Surface grinders.
• Tapping machines.
• Tool grinders.
• Universal grinders.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Drug test.

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).

Own tools/equipment:

• Safety equipment/gear.
• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Safety glasses/goggles.

Personal suitability:

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

Screening questions:

1. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
2. Do you have experience working in this field?.
3. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
4. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.