CNC/Manual Machinist

Promation; Oakville; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Deferred Profit-Sharing

Growth opportunities

Interesting projects

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Promation in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a versatile machinist to work with conventional manual machines and CNC centers, producing components from engineering drawings. The role requires agility between manual mills/lathes and CNC setups, contributing to prototype work, short runs, and routine maintenance within a collaborative shop.

You will read GD&T, inspect with precision measuring tools, and help drive continuous improvement and safety in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of machining experience.
• Strong experience operating conventional manual machines.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to switch between manual and CNC work based on shop priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, and other conventional equipment.
• Set up and operate CNC machining centers as required.
• Manufacture parts from engineering drawings while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
• Perform first-off inspections and verify completed parts meet specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, workholding, and measuring equipment.
• Deburr and finish parts prior to inspection or assembly.
• Move between manual and CNC equipment as shop priorities change.
• Assist with one-off jobs, prototype work, and short production runs.
• Support general machine shop activities as required.
• Work with the Machine Shop Supervisor to meet production priorities.
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and safe work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Monitor coolant, lubrication systems, and machine condition.
• Report equipment concerns before they become major issues.
• Assist with machine setups and changeovers.
• Read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
• Complete work accurately with minimal supervision.
• Follow company safety procedures and OHSA requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Use PPE and safe machining practices at all times.
• Repair and replacement components
• Prototype machining
• One-off custom parts
• Small production runs
• Machine repairs and maintenance
• Process improvement projects
• Manual machining
• CNC machining
• No two days are exactly the same.

Skills

Manual milling

Manual turning

CNC milling

CNC turning

GD&T

Reading drawings

Measuring equipment

Teamwork

Job description

Founded in 1995, Promation is a leading integrator and manufacturer of high-quality tooling, automation, and robotic systems in Oakville, Ontario. We deliver custom equipment and turnkey systems globally, from assembly to vision inspection systems, to provide the best automation solutions. Our dedicated team of PLC designers and engineering professionals ensure top-notch products and services, supported by the Nuclear, Automation, and Industrial divisions.

Role Description

We are looking for a versatile machinist who enjoys working on a variety of equipment, from conventional manual machines to modern CNC machining centers.

This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable operating manual mills and lathes while also assisting with CNC machining as production demands. No two days are the same—you may be repairing components, producing one-off parts, running short production jobs, or supporting maintenance activities throughout the shop.

The successful candidate is adaptable, safety-conscious, takes pride in quality workmanship, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Machining

• Operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, and other conventional equipment.
• Set up and operate CNC machining centers as required.
• Manufacture parts from engineering drawings while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
• Perform first-off inspections and verify completed parts meet specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, workholding, and measuring equipment.
• Deburr and finish parts prior to inspection or assembly.

Daily Shop Operations

• Move between manual and CNC equipment as shop priorities change.
• Assist with one-off jobs, prototype work, and short production runs.
• Support general machine shop activities as required.
• Work with the Machine Shop Supervisor to meet production priorities.
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and safe work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.

Equipment Care

• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Monitor coolant, lubrication systems, and machine condition.
• Report equipment concerns before they become major issues.
• Assist with machine setups and changeovers.

Quality

• Read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
• Complete work accurately with minimal supervision.

Health & Safety

• Follow company safety procedures and OHSA requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Use PPE and safe machining practices at all times.

What You’ll Be Working On

Our work is varied and includes:

• Repair and replacement components
• Prototype machining
• One-off custom parts
• Small production runs
• Machine repairs and maintenance
• Process improvement projects
• Manual machining
• CNC machining

No two days are exactly the same.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of machining experience.
• Strong experience operating conventional manual machines.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to switch between manual and CNC work based on shop priorities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in our Retirement Saving Plan & Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exciting and unique projects to grow and develop your career!
• A flexible and supportive work environment.

This job posting is for an active, existing vacancy within our organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law. If you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.