Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Experience an asset
Work setting
- In shop
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
- Machine set-up
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and set up machine tools
- Compute dimensions, sizes, shapes and tolerances of workpieces
- Inspect final products
- Set up machine tools such as lathes, milling machines and grinders
- Instruct apprentices
- Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
- Program CNC machine tools
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates
- Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining
- Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Tool and Die Maker Trade Certification
- Mould Maker Trade Certification
- Patternmaker Trade Certification
- Tool and Die Maker Red Seal Certificate
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- Mastercam CAD/CAM
- AutoCAD
Patternmaking experience
- Master patterns
- Metal patternmaking
- Wood patternmaking
Tool and die fabrication experience
- Jigs and fixtures
Type of industry experience
- Custom machining
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Drug test
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Handling heavy loads
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Gloves
- Ear plugs
- Face shield
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Gratuities
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- On-site recreation and activities
- Other benefits
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available
- Variable or compressed work week
- Wellness program