About Us
Prairie Machine is a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of heavy-duty equipment and technical solutions for the heavy industrial and mining industries. We are looking for people who are as passionate as we are; people with a desire to succeed, people who aspire for greatness, and people who want to be recognized and appreciated for their contributions.
Why Choose Prairie Machine?
- Competitive Wages, Rewards, and Incentives
- Health and Dental Coverage & Life and Disability Coverage
- Pension and RRSP programs
- Career Growth and Development
- Work-life balance
Job Profile
The Lathe Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining a Fanuc CNC Lathe to machine precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications. The role involves setup, programming, measuring, inspecting and ensuring high-quality production within specified tolerances while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables or study sample parts to determine machining operation to be performed, and plan best sequence of operationsCompute dimensions, tolerances and measure and lay out work piecesSet-up, operate and maintain a variety of machine tools including computer numerically controlled tools to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operationsFit and assemble machined metal parts and subassemblies using hand and power toolsVerify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specification using precision measuring instrumentsEnsure the cleanliness and deburring on parts as requiredGeneral Expectations
Follow prescribed safety standards, rules and regulationsInstill a safety culture; lead by exampleIdentify and record non-conformities and participate in their resolutionParticipate in continuous improvement initiativesRecommend improvements and develop improvement plans in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditionsMaintain a well-organized and clean facility as per Prairie Machine visionMaintain all equipment and tools per recommended proceduresAbility to work as a respectable, professional and efficient team memberMaintain a healthy work environment and develop employees on a professional levelQualifications
Apprentice / Journeyperson or equivalent relevant experience4+ years of production and machining experienceExperience with ERP Systems#J-18808-Ljbffr