CNC (computer numerical control) machinist
Education:
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.
Work setting:
General manufacturing. Fabrication. Assembly. Window coverings.
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.
- Set up and adjust production machineries/tools.
- Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance.
- 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.
- Operate and set up machines to perform repetitive machining operations.
- Cut fabric or layers of fabric to specifications.
- Set up and operate various specialized finishing equipment and machines.
- Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
Measuring tools:
- Micrometers.
- Callipers.
- Gauges.
- Verniers.
Equipment and machinery experience:
- Automatic lathes.
- Cylindrical grinders.
- Drill presses.
- Engine lathes.
- Form cutting machines.
- Milling machines.
- Sawing machine.
- Screw machines.
- Shapers.
- Surface grinders.
- Tool grinders.
- Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines.
Area of specialization:
Custom fabrication.
Transportation/travel information:
Public transportation is available.
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.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Initiative.
- Team player.
- Quick learner.
Employment terms options:
Early morning.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
Morning. Day.
Other benefits:
Free parking available.