As a Horizontal and Vertical Machining Center Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of CNC machines (lathes, mills, etc.) and/or heat treatment equipment, producing parts used in the manufacture of equipment designed to withstand the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. The successful candidate will have experience working with measurement tools, such as micrometers and calipers, to ensure that machined parts meet the required dimensions and tolerances. When not operating machinery, the candidate will be responsible for maintaining the machinery, ensuring all fluids are topped up and clean.
Location: 1403 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON
Dedicated Day Shift: 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday
Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 4:30pm - 3:00am, Monday -Thursday
Shift Premium: $3.00 per for afternoons
Dedicated Weekend Shift: 6:00am - 6:00pm , Friday - Sunday
Shift Premium: $4.00 per four weekend days
Job Duties:
- Set up and operate CNC machines, such as lathes and mills, and/or heat treatment equipment, monitoring machine feed, speed, etc., to meet part specifications
- Load parts onto/into equipment using cranes and other designated lifting devices
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials
- Calculate dimensions or tolerances, measuring, examining, 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 able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
- Machining tasks require collaboration with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects involving multiple team members
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment errors and solve problems 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:
- Experience setting up, editing programs and operating CNC machining systems such as mills and lathes, and/or heat treat and power skiving equipment
- Good working knowledge of tools, blueprints, and engineering drawings
What We Can Offer You:
- Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more!
- Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
- RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
- Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
- Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
- Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!
Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?
We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.
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