CNC Machinist - Calgary

Randstad Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Weekly pay

Job summary

Randstad Canada in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist for a full-time role with day and afternoon shifts. You will set up and program multi-axis machines, edit CNC programs, and perform precision machining on alloy steels for high-tech industries.

We offer $28.00 to $38.00 per hour with overtime options, weekly pay, comprehensive health benefits, and a safety-focused, modern shop environment with up-to-date tooling and parking.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of CNC experience on Okuma or Haas lathes with multi-axis mills.
• Strong blueprint reading and metrology skills for precise tolerances.
• Experience with live tooling, programming tailstocks, and steady rests.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis equipment to machine alloy steels for production jobs.
• Edit, optimize, and prove out CNC programs to improve efficiency.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges to meet tolerances.
• Perform oilfield threading with live tooling and tailstocks.
• Translate complex drawings and keep job-tracking systems updated.
• Maintain machines and adhere to safe shop standards.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis machining

Blueprint reading

Metrology

Live tooling

Tools

Okuma Lathe

Haas Lathes

Vertical Mills

Horizontal Mills

Live tooling

Job description

Are you a skilled Senior CNC Machinist looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in a clean, modern shop? Our manufacturing partner in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking experienced machinists for day and afternoon shifts. In this vital role, you will perform complex machine setups, program edits, and precision machining on alloy steel components for high-tech industries. Offering a competitive rate of $28.00 to $38.00 per hour depending on experience, this position provides steady full-time hours, lucrative overtime options, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, safety-focused atmosphere equipped with modern machinery and complete tooling. Join a team dedicated to quality workmanship, safety, and continuous process improvement today.

Advantages

• Pay & Comp: $28.00 – $38.00/hr paid weekly based on experience, with overtime and weekend options available.
• Schedule & Balance: Choice of Shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) or Afternoon (Mon-Fri, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM) shifts.
• Health & Wellness: Full coverage including extended health, dental care, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Additional Perks: Clean, well-ventilated shop, modern well-maintained equipment, complete tooling, and free on-site parking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis equipment to machine alloy and super alloy steels for custom and production jobs.
• Edit, optimize, and prove out CNC programs to streamline production efficiency.
• Perform detailed part inspections with precision tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to meet tight tolerances.
• Execute oilfield threading using live tooling, programmable steady rests, and tailstocks.
• Translate complex engineering drawings and keep job tracking systems updated in real time.
• Maintain machinery with regular preventative maintenance and adhere to safe, clean shop standards.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC Experience: 5 to 10 years setting up Okuma or Haas Lathes, along with multi-axis Vertical and Horizontal Mills.
• Corrosion-Resistant Alloy & Metrology Specialist: Expert-level knowledge of alloy machinability combined with advanced measuring skills.
• Technical Schematics: Comfortable reading and translating intricate engineering blueprints into precise setups.
• Machining Equipment Knowledge: Hands-on experience with live tooling, programmable tailstocks, steady rests, and shop management software.
• Physical Readiness: Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs regularly during work hours.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.