Machinist II

Your safety, health and well-being, and that of your colleagues and customers, matters to us. We operate in heavy industries where safety is the priority. Everyone is expected to stop any unsafe behaviour, and you can always count on our full support in doing so. Together, we are committed to a safe working environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Examine work order and drawing of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements
• Select and install tooling in tool posts, turrets, indexing heads, or automatic tool change magazines in the sequence specified on program printout
• Mount the workpiece in the chuck, on fixtures, between centers or to a faceplate
• Proofread the program to verify dimensions, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts
• Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments to feeds and speeds
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• May perform flame cutting or arc welding operations when required
• Willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Frequently required to walk
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposed to fumes and may at times be required to wear a respirator
• Occasionally work at heights using the correct PPE
• Noise level typically associated with a manufacturing facility

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in a general machine shop
• Ability to run CNC lathes, mills, and drill presses
• Understanding of mechanics, basic metallurgy, tolerance, tools, mathematics, layout, and machine procedures
• Ability to interpret blueprints
• Knowledge of tooling geometry and replacement or sharpening practice
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions
• Computer skills: ability to use the computer for time tracking purposes and manipulating programs
• Multi-axis CNC capabilities are a plus

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including health, disability, life, and voluntary insurance options
• Time to recharge through PTO, 10 annual holidays, and parental leave
• Retirement preparation with a 401(k) and company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• An 8% shift differential for 2nd shift
• Access to a dedicated recognition platform to celebrate achievements, share appreciation, and stay connected globally