machinist

Work setting

• General manufacturing

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Machinist Trade Certification
• Tool and Die Maker Trade Certification
• Machinist Red Seal Endorsment

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Calibre
• Gauges
• Verniers

Specialized machining processes

• Plasma ARC
• Laser beam
• Water jet

Equipment and machinery experience

• Boring machines
• Drill presses
• Engine lathes
• Milling machines
• Sawing machine
• Single purpose production machine
• Surface grinders
• Tapping machines
• Tool grinders
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Lathes and other machining tools
• Press brakes and metalworking equipment

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer