CNC Machine Operator

Arrow Manufacturing Group; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Lumino Health virtual care

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP match

Profit sharing

Life and travel insurance

Employee discount program

Work boots and safety glasses program

Fitness membership discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Arrow Engineered Products Cambridge North in Cambridge, ON is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to run 600mm and 800mm horizontal CNC centers, interpret drawings, and ensure precision and quality. You will collaborate with the production team to meet deadlines in a clean, safe facility.

The role requires reading blueprints, GD&T, G&M code basics, and familiarity with Fanuc controls; benefits include health coverage, RRSP matching, and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent with experience in CNC machining.

Responsibilities

• Operate 600mm and 800mm horizontal CNC machining centers to perform precision machining.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine operations.
• Measure dimensions with micrometers, calipers, height gauges and other tools; ensure conformance to tolerances.
• Set up and change over machines for new jobs and first part production.
• Troubleshoot parts and report deviations to supervisor.
• Document completed processes in the barcode production system.

Skills

Blueprint reading

G&M code editing

GD&T

Measuring tools

Fanuc controls

SPC

Lifting gear/rigging

CNC programming basics

Education

Secondary school completion or equivalent with CNC experience

Tools

Fanuc CNC Controls

Job description

Arrow Engineered Products Cambridge N
1050 Fountain St N
Cambridge, ON N3H, CAN

Description

Company Introduction:

Arrow Machine and FabricationGroup is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Group Division:

AEP Cambridge North is a Canadian-owned and operated metal manufacturing company, specializing in prototyping and custom projects. At AEP Cambridge North, we use the latest in cutting-edge technology to provide clients with machining, fabricating, welding, and design support. In business since 1991, we run medium to small production projects in our air-conditioned facility that is conveniently located in Cambridge.

Compensation Range:

$23.85 up to 25.00 hourly

Position Summary:

The CNC Machine Operator will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of 600mm and 800mm horizontal CNC machining centers. This role involves precision machining of components, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process. The operator will work closely with the production team to meet deadlines and maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a clean and safe work area while operating equipment according to established procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts, and tables, or study sample parts to determine the machining operation to be performed
• Compute dimensions and tolerances and measure and lay out workpieces
• Operate and maintain a variety of machine tools, including computer numerically controlled (CNC) tools, to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as turning, milling, boring, drilling, and other operations
• Complete change-over activities (Machine preparation from previous job set-up to new job set-up)
• Complete manufacturing of first part per process instruction
• Verify dimensions of machined parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications using micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gauges, or other specialized measuring instruments.
• Report deviations from specifications and tolerances to supervisor and lead hands.
• Document completion of all required processes and record production in the barcoding system
• Troubleshoot parts when issues occur.
• Communicating critical information to supervisor and oncoming shifts, including quality concerns, tooling issues, maintenance concerns, and production requirements.
• Understanding and having functional use of CNC code and CNC programming
• Setting and loading all tools in conjunction with set-up instructions to complete assigned jobs
• Other duties as required.

Educational Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent with experience in CNC machining operations.

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Knowledge of Machining methods, cutting qualities of metal, and tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
• G&M code fluency and ability to edit programs
• Understanding of GD&T
• Experience using measuring tools and gauges
• Experience with Fanuc Controls
• Familiar with SPC
• Able to use grinders, jib cranes and related lifting attachments, and handheld equipment that may be necessary for the job
• Follow written instructions when completing a work order to barcode production

What We Offer – Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates, please note that we do not use AI for application screening.