CNC Machinist – Large-Parts Specialist (Night Shift)

Arrow Machine And Fabrication Group; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Virtual healthcare

Profit sharing

RRSP match

Life insurance

Vacation time

Job summary

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group in Cambridge, Ontario, seeks an experienced Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC machines (Mastercam familiarity preferred) to drill, mill, and turn parts per drawings.

You will troubleshoot, maintain equipment, load materials, and collaborate with CAD specialists. The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team on complex castings and weldments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience setting up and machining medium to large parts on horizontal machining centers and boring mills.
• 2-5 years of previous work experience in a custom machining shop.
• Proven experience machining large castings and weldments.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T.
• Strong understanding of tool selection, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters for a variety of materials.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks, Mastercam, Edgecam, and AutoCAD software.
• Proficient with Okuma, Siemens, and Heidenhain CNC controls.
• Proficiency in CNC programming languages such as G-code and M-code.
• Skilled in programming and troubleshooting G-code and M-code.
• Familiar with Fanuc CNC controls and Renishaw probing systems.
• Comfortable building, setting up, and picking up tooling.
• Proficient in using a variety of inspection tools such as micrometers, verniers, calipers, and height gauges.
• Capable of troubleshooting machine-related functional issues.
• Hands-on experience with overhead cranes, including safe rigging and manipulation of large components (up to 15,000 lbs).
• Solid understanding of welding and fabrication processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach other machinists/operators.
• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Measuring tools and instruments, such as micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gauges, or other specialized measuring instruments.
• 3, 4, and 5-Axis CNC machines
• Lathe

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service equipment through preventive maintenance and repair coordination.
• Troubleshoot and solve complex mechanical and operational issues.
• Prepare and load/set up the raw material or die sections in the machine.
• Manufacture, modify, and repair precision tools, jigs, fixtures according to specifications, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Run and program CNC machines using provided CAD/CAM data (primarily Mastercam).
• Interact with CAD specialists/Toolmakers to refurbish/improve/build spares.
• Use of various equipment/tools to create and repair tooling, including grinders, welding equipment, machining equipment, and overhead cranes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CNC programming

G-code/M-code

Machine setup

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Heavy lifting

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Edgecam

AutoCAD

Job description

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group in Cambridge, Ontario, seeks an experienced Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC machines (Mastercam familiarity preferred) to drill, mill, and turn parts per drawings.

You will troubleshoot, maintain equipment, load materials, and collaborate with CAD specialists. The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team on complex castings and weldments.