CNC Machinist - Weiler

Argus; Nisku; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health and Dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

$2/hr night shift premium

RRSP matching program after 1 year

Paid vacation time

Monthly hot lunches

Company events and social committee

Job summary

Argus is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate Weiler CNC lathes safely and efficiently, finishing parts to specification and collaborating with a team to ship orders on time.

The role requires 5+ years of experience on a conversational Weiler lathe, plus threading experience; journeyman ticket is preferred. Knowledge of oil and gas components and Lean practices is a plus. This is an on‑site position with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience running a conversational Weiler lathe.
• Premium threading experience preferred.
• Milling experience is an asset.
• Journeyman Machinist ticket or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines safely and efficiently.
• Carry out work order instructions to program machines to customer specs.
• Manufacture routine, complex, and non‑routine parts from raw materials.
• Interpret production orders, part descriptions, materials and drawings.
• Use overhead cranes and pallet jacks to move material and finished products.
• Plan workload to meet deadlines and document work performed.

Skills

Weiler lathe

Premium threading

Milling

Journeyman Machinist

Oil & gas know‑how

Lean manufacturing

Job description

Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, the CNC Machinist is responsible for operating Weiler CNC machines safely and efficiently, finishing products accurately, and working effectively with team members to complete and ship orders on time.

Accountabilities

Role accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines in a responsible, diligent, and efficient manner. Fix programs during production runs as required. Use measuring tools, gauges, and controls as required.
• Carry out work order instructions to program CNC machines to customer specifications. Manufacture routine, complex, and non-routine parts from raw materials.
• Interpret production order information, including part descriptions, material grade, documents and drawings.
• Use overhead cranes and pallet jacks to safely maneuver raw material/ finished product within the manufacturing plant.
• Plans and prioritizes workload to complete work orders within deadlines, utilizing appropriate resources for each job.
• Complete product documentation for work carried out. Routes the product and related documentation to the appropriate location once completed.

Position Qualifications and Experience:

• 5+ years' experience running a conversational Weiler lathe.
• Premium threading experience preferred.
• Milling experience considered an asset.
• Journeyman Machinist ticket (equivalent experience considered).
• General knowledge of products and services in relation to the oil and gas industry.
• General understanding of safe work practices, quality assurance requirements, and continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing) principles.

About The Benefits

• Extended Health and Dental coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• $2/hr night shift premium
• RRSP matching program after 1 year
• Paid vacation time
• Monthly hot lunches
• Company events and a social committee that fosters a strong team culture

At Argus, our core values are more than just words; they're a way of life. We have a strong company culture, and as we continue to grow, we strive to ensure it remains the same. Our values can be found on the About Us section of our website. If you share our values and have the skills necessary to succeed in this role, we invite you to !