Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Registered Apprenticeship certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Work site environment
- Noisy
- Dusty
Work setting
- In shop
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and set up machine tools
- Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Machine, fit and assemble castings and other parts to make metal moulds, cores boxes and precision models of required shape
- Inspect and test final products
- Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
- Design tools, moulds, jigs and fixtures
Credentials
Apprenticeship training
- Level four apprenticeship training
Experience and specialization
Tool and die fabrication experience
- Gauges or instruments
- Jigs and fixtures
- Metal cutting, forming or bending dies
- Compound or progressive transfer dies
- Forging die
Additional information
Security and safety
- Basic security clearance
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
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
Long term benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Other benefits