Job Summary:
Reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, the Machinist is responsible for the set-up and operation of machinery specific to their area of responsibility in accordance with blueprints, drawings and/or verbal instructions.
Overall Main Responsibilities:
- Responsible to set-up, operate and maintain set-up for the following machinery as per company procedures
- Operate lathes, milling machines and boring mills
- Select appropriate cutting tools and machining procedures
- Select appropriate machining parameters (machine feeds and speeds)
- Maintain standard maintenance procedures on lathes, milling machines and boring mills
- Inspect production product and material to ensure compliance with tolerance/quality standards.
- Read production drawings.
- Operate mobile equipment such as; forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Record process sheets and daily work tickets.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Perform all other work activities as assigned and required.
- Computer experience (pending machinery of specialization).
Education and Knowledge Required:
- Minimum high school diploma or recognized equivalent education is preferred.
- Related trade certificate from a recognized post-secondary institute is beneficial.
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including theirs designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Combinations of education and experience will be considered assets.
Experience and Technical Skills Required:
- Ability to read blue prints will be considered an asset; applied work experience in doing so is strongly preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude will be considered an asset; experience using measuring instruments is required.
- Fork Lift and/or Crane Operator Licenses will be considered an asset but is not required; in house on-site training will be provided to those who require it.
- Must have experience applying bending allowances and working with dyes.
Abilities and Competencies Required:
- Demonstrated positive attitude, initiative, and the ability to work well with others.
- Must have strong attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate in English – both written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Organization and time management skills.
- Computer experience will be considered an asset.
- Above average attendance with a good performance record.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, and occasionally act as a temporary Supervisor.
Accountabilities:
- Demonstration of Company values.
- Quality Control, Time Management.
- Observe and promote a safe and healthy workplace.
Working Conditions:
- Job duties are performed in the production environment.
- Constant exposure to variations in heat, cold, dust, chemicals, and production equipment.
- Long periods of standing; moderate amounts of walking and the periodic requirement of lifting materials over 50 lbs.
- Some overtime may be required.
Initiated Learning Requirements:
- Attends and participates in Company new hire orientation.
- Participates in in-house health and safety training.
- Participates in in-house Quality Assurance training.
- Participates in in-house 5S training.
- Participates in area related equipment, machinery and cross-training.
Performance Improvement and Development Planning:
- Continual review and update of training requirements.
- Annual Performance review; completes performance self-assessment to contribute positively during review meeting.
- Ongoing performance feedback from supervisor and team members.
