Machining - Custom Machinist

As a Custom Machinist you will create programs for highly specialized, custom‑engineered components, utilizing SolidWorks and Mastercam to ensure precise and accurate production. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in programming, setting up, and operating a variety of CNC machining systems, including mills, lathes, and advanced 5‑axis equipment. Experience with Heidenhain and Fanuc control systems is required. Strong competency in the use of precision measurement instruments—such as micrometers and calipers—is also expected to verify that all components meet stringent dimensional and tolerance specifications. In addition to machining responsibilities, the Custom Machinist will ensure that all equipment is properly maintained, including routine cleaning and monitoring of machine fluids.

Location: 1403 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON

Dedicated Day Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm; Monday - Friday

Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 3:30pm – 2:00am, Monday – Thursday
Shift Premium: $3.00 per hour for afternoons

Job Duties

Create programs, setup and operate CNC machines, such as lathes, mills and 5-axis machines, monitoring machine feed, speed, etc., to meet part specifications.
Review sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to create, edit and troubleshoot programs to machine parts

Load parts onto/into equipment using cranes and other designated lifting devices.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials before machining parts
Calculate dimensions or tolerances, measure, examine, and/or testing completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Maintain machines and tooling in proper operational condition

Skills and Experience

Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Machining tasks require collaboration with coworkers, and effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment errors and problem-solve effectively and efficiently
Physical requirements include the use of strength, such as pulling, pushing, lifting and/or moving objects during the work, as well as standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending

Qualifications

Licensed Machinist with skills and experience in Heidenhain, Mastercam, and Fanuc control systems to program horizontal boring mills, CNC vertical mills, and other advanced machining equipment in a manufacturing environment.