CNC Machinist (Aerospace Component Manufacturing)

Apex Industries; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Industries in Moncton, New Brunswick is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, including 5‑axis milling, within its Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group.

Reporting to the CNC Machinist Supervisor, this full‑time role emphasizes precision, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to production schedules and process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines, preferably in a precision manufacturing environment.
• College diploma in CNC Manufacturing or equivalent will be considered and training provided.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Knowledge of GD&T is an asset.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of the aerospace manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions and work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC Lathes or CNC Mills (including 5 Axis Mills).
• Operate hand tools and use precision measuring devices.
• Read and interpret production documentation, including blueprints.
• Maintain production schedules.
• Identify areas for improvement and communicate to lead-hands.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet operational requirements.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

College diploma in CNC Manufacturing

Job description

Position Overview:

Apex Industries is currently accepting resumes for a CNC Machinist within its Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group. Reporting to the CNC Machinist Supervisor, the primary role of this full-time position will be to set up and operate CNC lathes or mills (5 axis milling).

Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC Lathes or CNC Mills - including 5 Axis Mills.
• Operate hand tools and use precision measuring devices.
• Read and interpret production documentation - including blueprints.
• Maintain production schedules.
• Recognize and communicate areas to improve to the lead-hand(s).
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned to meet operational requirements.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines, preferably in a precision manufacturing environment.
• College diploma in CNC Manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered and training will be provided.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Knowledge of GD and T would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work both individually or within a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of the aerospace manufacturing industry would be considered an asset.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions and work under little or no supervision.