Machinist

Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. a subsidiary of KONGSBERG is a global technology company providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant offshore subsea and naval. Headquartered in Horten Norway the company has manufacturing sales and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning surveying and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea.

AtKONGSBERG we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.

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What we can offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Fully extended health dental vision & welfare benefits
• Up to 7% employer match program with RRSP
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. than right now. With usyou will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role of Machinist.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Production Manager the Machinist is responsible for producing and repairing precision parts tools and fixtures including small fragile ceramic components and mid-sized metal partsrequired for Manufacturing Customer Service (Reverse Logistics) and R & D Departments. The role includes designing and building production test fixtures for multi-level transducer manufacturing and working closely with Engineering during the design phase to advise on manufacturability and machining approach.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Machine parts to specifications using tools such as manual and CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Follow Manufacturing Engineering drawings and related part and product documentation.
• Provide manufacturability input to Engineering during the design phase advising on feasibility and recommended approach for new parts and fixtures.
• Measure examines and test completed units.
• Perform specialized operations as they relate to composite ceramic element cutting.
• Process encapsulated monolithic transducers.
• Process multistage machining of multi beam arrays.
• Design and build jigs fixtures and production test fixtures for multi-level transducer manufacturing and other work aids used in the fabrication machining and testing of parts or products.
• Ensure that Machine Shop related materials management is performed in a cost effective accurate and timely manner.
• Program and set up CNC G-Code instructions for CNC lathes and mills (e.g. Fanuc Haas or similar controls) including offsets tooling and work-holding setup.
• Create component models toolpaths and machining instructions using CAD/CAM software (MasterCam and SolidWorks).
• Maintain Machine Shop equipment (Lathes CNC Milling machines etc.) in good repair.
• Participate in cross functional learning & training teams throughout manufacturing.
• Follow Quality & HSE programs & initiatives through discussion and excellent working practices.
• Create Change Orders and provide process procedure and product improvements.
• Document Non-conformances in Visual Quality Management system.
• Manufacture production tooling for Manufacturing Customer Service (Reverse Logistics) and R & D Departments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires a minimum of 7 years experience in a similar position.
• Machinist Inter-Provincial TQ / Red Seal certification is preferred and reflects the level of precision and attention to detail this role requires but is not mandatory; equivalent demonstrated experience in a related field will be considered.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 principles and practices.
• Knowledge of MSDS / WHMIS principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Multi Material machining techniques; Ceramics Metals hard and soft plastics.
• Knowledge of precision machining and handling techniques for small fragile ceramic components alongside mid-sized metal parts within the same work scope.
• Knowledge of raw materials production processes quality control costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods.
• Knowledge of design techniques tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans drawings and models.
• Knowledge of MasterCam and SolidWorks and familiarity with common CNC controls (e.g Haas).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Soft Skills - Team think adaptability strong work ethic attention to detail.
• Hard Skills - Strong mechanical aptitude experience working with complex machinery and machining processes experience working with epoxies urethanes and other encapsulants experience working from assembly drawings complex procedures and other engineering/manufacturing documentation.
• Innovative creative and systematic approach to problem solving (A3 8D Evidence based decision making combined with out of the box thinking).
• Ability to balance and manage quickly changing customer driven priorities.
• Good communication skills both written and oral.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office-based role within a manufacturing environment.
• Work in warehouse shipping and production areas when needed ability to lift 30 pounds.

Salary Range: $85000 - $100000 CAD annually DOE

Work Location: Office located in Port Coquitlam BC.

KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 85000 - 100000