CNC Lathe Machinist (Experienced – Setup & Operation)

Fostet Manufacturing Inc; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored health and dental coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid sick time

Paid uniform program

Work boot allowance

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Guelph, Ontario is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to operate and set up CNC lathes. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of CNC lathe experience, strong setup skills, and the ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams and maintaining a quality-focused workspace. The company offers day and evening shifts, competitive salary, and various benefits including health coverage and paid sick time.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC lathe experience in a production environment.
• Strong setup skills including tooling and offsets.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools.
• Experience holding tight tolerances.
• Solid understanding of machining principles and tooling.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently.
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes to manufacture precision components.
• Monitor machining operations and adjust to maintain quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams.
• Establish offsets and verify setups prior to production.
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections.
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, or process issues.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Maintain accurate setup sheets, production logs, and quality records.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve efficiency.

Skills

CNC lathe experience

Setup skills

Ability to read blueprints

Proficiency with precision measurement tools

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting skills

Safety-conscious

Tools

Mazak Quick Turn Nexus 450-II M

Hyundai WIA and Fortune CNC lathes

Mastercam

Precision measuring tools

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Fostet Manufacturing Inc.
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Market competitive
Shift: Day and Evening Shifts Available
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Canada
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC lathes to manufacture precision components
• Select tooling, workholding, and machine parameters for optimal performance
• Load, run, and edit CNC programs at the machine as needed
• Establish offsets and verify setups prior to production
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, or process issues
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Maintain accurate setup sheets, production logs, and quality records
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve efficiency

Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• Mazak Quick Turn Nexus 450-II M (large-capacity turning, live tooling)
• Hyundai WIA and Fortune CNC lathes
• Large-swing machines capable of long components

Controls:

• Mazatrol / Fanuc-type interfaces

CAM Software:

• Mastercam (offline programming support)

Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and precision measuring tools

Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Mild and alloy steels
• Stainless steel
• Industrial metals used in heavy-duty applications

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC lathe experience in a production environment
• Strong setup skills (tooling, workholding, offsets)
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools
• Experience holding tight tolerances
• Solid understanding of machining principles and tooling
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented

Preferred (Not Required)

• Familiarity with Mazak, Fanuc, Haas, or similar controls
• Experience editing G-code at the machine
• Experience with prototype through high-volume production
• Experience machining larger components or long parts
• Live tooling or mill-turn exposure

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Fostet Manufacturing because of:

• Clean, organized, professional shop environment
• Modern CNC equipment with large-part capability
• Diverse and technically challenging work
• Stable workload across multiple industries
• Strong emphasis on quality and craftsmanship
• Collaborative team culture that values skilled tradespeople
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and process improvements

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: Market-competitive salary based on experience

Benefits

• Company-sponsored health and dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid sick time
• Paid uniform program
• Work boot allowance
• Company-sponsored events

Schedule

• Day and evening shifts available
• Overtime as required based on production needs

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity: Fostet Manufacturing Inc. is committed to accessible recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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