Computer operator Jobs in Thorold, ON

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
• Machine set-up

Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Enter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Machinist Trade Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Calibre
• Gauges
• Verniers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Automatic lathes
• Boring machines
• Engine lathes
• Milling machines
• Surface grinders
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

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

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer