About us
Norwest Precision Ltd. is a Canadian-owned precision machining company specializing in large-part CNC machining, fabrication, and manufacturing for customers across the mining, energy, transportation, industrial, and heavy equipment sectors. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Metal Finishing, Painting & Production Technician to join our production team.
This hands-on role is ideal for an individual who takes pride in producing high-quality finished products and enjoys working in a modern manufacturing environment with large, complex machined components.
Responsibilities
Metal Finishing & Surface Preparation
- Deburr, grind, sand, polish, and blend machined surfaces to customer and engineering specifications.
- Remove burrs, sharp edges, tooling marks, and surface imperfections from large, machined components.
- Perform final surface preparation prior to painting, assembly, or shipment.
- Conduct visual inspections to ensure parts meet quality and appearance standards.
Industrial Painting & Coating
- Prepare components for painting through cleaning, masking, and surface treatment processes.
- Apply industrial primers, paints, and protective coatings using spray equipment and other application methods.
- Verify coating quality, coverage, and finish requirements.
- Maintain paint equipment, booths, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
Production & Shop Support
- Assist with the movement, handling, packaging, and shipment of large, machined components.
- Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment (training and certification provided where required).
- Support machining, fabrication, assembly, and production departments as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Quality & Safety
- Follow all company quality standards, procedures, and work instructions.
- Identify and report quality concerns or non-conforming products.
- Adhere to all workplace safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team-based problem solving.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
- Experience in manufacturing, metal finishing, industrial painting, fabrication, or machine shop environments.
- Proficiency with grinders, sanders, polishing tools, and other finishing equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documentation.
- Ability to safely handle large and heavy components in an industrial environment.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude.
Preferred
- Experience applying industrial paints, primers, and protective coatings.
- Experience working in a shop environment with large machined parts or heavy industrial equipment.
- Forklift and overhead crane experience.
- Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and coating standards.
- WHMIS, forklift, crane, or related industrial certifications.
The company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local laws.
The company is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
