Machinist - Manufacturing Associate III - Machine Shop

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate III – Machine Shop

Status: Full-time, Permanent

Position Status: (new)

Reporting to: Business Unit Leader

Location: Ottawa, ON

About Lee Valley:

Since 1978, Lee Valley has recognized that for many, woodworking and gardening are more than just hobbies. Lee Valley Tools enjoys a proud history of providing high-quality woodworking, gardening, hobby, hardware, gift and seasonal merchandise to customers worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing quality products and renowned customer service.

Lee Valley has been honored with many prestigious awards, including being recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies by Deloitte. Additionally, we ranked #1 for In-Store Experience in Ontario by Leger Marketing Inc.

A position at Lee Valley is more than just a job – we honor the time and dedication that our people give by providing sustained and meaningful employment while striving to provide an environment where learning and development are encouraged.

Overview:

In addition to operating equipment, the Manufacturing Associate level III (MA III) is principally involved in setting up machines tools, technical trainings, and working with specialists and programmers on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and other relevant technical documentation.

The job requires attention to detail and focus on safety, quality, and meeting work order requirements.

Hours of work:

Rotation Shift (two-week rotation):

Week 1 & 2 - Monday to Friday 7:00 - 15:30

Week 3 & 4 – Monday to Friday 15:00 – 23:30

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and operating multiple CNC machines - including Haas lathes, CNC grinders, vertical and horizontal CNC mills – in accordance with SOPs and drawings.
• Expert level troubleshooting of CNC machine process and root cause analysis.
• Trains new operators and provide support to MA2 operators.
• Updates SOP’s with Specialists and programmers.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

Knowledge and Skills:

• High school diploma and/or machining trade education.
• 3 years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably in machine shop environment.
• Setting up CNC machines for mass production.
• Understanding manufacturing drawing; geometric and dimensional tolerances.
• Knowledge of metrology precision tools - CMM, micrometer, go/no go, sine bar.
• Demonstrated experience of using hand tools, manuals tasks and mechanical aptitude.
• Self-starter attitude with attention to detail, organized, and methodic.
• Able to work alone, and in a team environment.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• This work is conducted in a Machine shop environment
• Work involves occasional exposure to major disagreeable elements, low risk of injury/harm, more stringent safety measures may be needed
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand: use hands and fingers to handle or feel: reach with hands and arms: stoop or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Training will be provided

What we offer:

• A competitive compensation program, including base salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a matching group retirement savings plan.
• Paid vacation and sick leave to support your well-being and work-life balance.
• A generous Lee Valley employee discount.
• A supportive, family-oriented environment that encourages learning, growth, and long-term development.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Lee Valley, we are proud to celebrate and foster a diverse team of professionals. We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work. Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry.

We encourage all candidates to apply for job opportunities with Lee Valley regardless of race, national origin, colour, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and family status, or disability.

Our Approach to Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

We believe that hiring decisions should be grounded in human judgment, thoughtful evaluation, and meaningful dialogue.

At Lee Valley, we do not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, rank, or make automated decisions about candidates. All applications are reviewed by members of our hiring team, and selection decisions are made through human assessment and professional judgment.

We are committed to a fair, transparent, and equitable recruitment process where candidates are evaluated based on their experience, skills, and potential — not by automated systems.

Accommodation Requests

If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

How to Apply:

Please visit our careers page at

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.