Position Description: The CNC Machinist is responsible for creating quality parts produced on CNC machines such as but not limited to lathes, milling machines, mill/turn machines, precision grinders, shapers, gear cutting machines and equipment according to company plans, blueprints, and other diagrams. LOCATION: North York, ONSHIFT: Afternoon 4:30pm to 12:30am
JOB TYPE: Full Time, Permanent DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of a supervisor, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as but not limited lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, shapers, gear cutting machines
• Reading blueprints or job orders for product specifications: dimensions, tolerances, tooling instructions, fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, sequence of operations, and positioning of tools
• Communicates with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues
• Setup, operate and maintain a variety of machine tools including computer numerical controlled (CNC) tools to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as sawing, turning, milling, boring, planning, drilling, precision grinding and other operations
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
• Ensuring that parts are created in a timely manner according to the schedule provided and according to the quality standards of the organization
• Cross train to learn other types of CNC equipment to have multiple skills
• Verify dimensions of machined part or tooling using micrometres, verniers, callipers, height gauges, optical comparators, or other specialized measuring instruments
• Report deviations from specifications and tolerances to supervisor
• Assists with Quality Control
• Knowledge of and experience with at least two (2) CNC operating systems such as Mazatrol, Fanuc, Siemens, etc.
• Performing other duties as required by the Supervisor

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), regulations, and internal health and safety policies and procedures
• Help create a healthy work environment by not condoning, participating in or reporting, as you become aware, any harassment, discrimination, gossiping or unfair treatment of anyone.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Certificate or machinist knowledge

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE:

• Must have minimum 2 years' experience operating CNC machines such as vertical and/or horizontal lathes and milling machines and or mill/turn machines
• Knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with a good understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions
• Good knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines
• Experience with at least two (2) different CNC operating systems.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Skill in the operation of machine tools and the use of precision measuring devices.
• Ability to apply machinist craft techniques, processes and principles.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Ability to troubleshoot any problems that might come up while operating the machine.
• Ability to select cutting tools, read blueprints, specifications, manuals and work procedures.
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.