CNC Operator

q2als; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will operate CNC machines, ensuring precision and efficiency in machining parts as per specifications. You will be responsible for managing workflow, performing quality checks, and maintaining equipment integrity. The company offers a supportive work environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. If you are a motivated individual with a mechanical aptitude and a passion for precision engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extended Health Care

Vision Care

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Monthly Bonus Opportunity

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as a CNC machine operator is preferred.
• Ability to measure parts to verify specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and manage daily process flow.
• Perform quality checks and routine maintenance on machines.

Skills

CNC Machine Operation

Mechanical Aptitude

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM

About Us:

Q2 Artificial Lift Services (ALS) has 40+ repair and service facilities located across Canada and the U.S. Our service locations are supported by a world-class manufacturing operation (API & ISO Certified), plus a highly skilled engineering and optimization group. Q2 ALS manufactures high quality individual pump parts in the Oil and Gas Industry. We offer a complete product line of barrels, plungers, fittings, accessories and heat treated tubing needed for downhole pump installations.

Basic Employee Responsibilities

Every Q2 Artificial Life Services employee is expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner.

Specific responsibilities include the following:

• Leading by example by following established Quality, Health and Safety policies & procedures.
• Showing respect and pride for facilities and equipment.
• Being responsible – on time for work, and take breaks during designated times.
• Carrying out other tasks from time to time as assigned by a supervisor or request for assistance as needed.

Position Specific Responsibilities

Operating CNC machines, in accordance with approved, safe work procedures. Machining parts as scheduled by supervisor, ensuring conformance to specifications. Manage a clean work area and daily housekeeping in accordance with company 5S policies.

• Operate CNC machines and complete work orders to maximize operational and machine efficiency. Operate and run 2 CNC machines when directed to.
• Manage daily CNC process flow. Ensure next job is staged (incl. Material, gages, tooling) to maximize efficiency and decrease set-up time.
• Complete work order documents and update hourly production boards (incl. set-up times and issues).
• Complete daily housekeeping as per company 5S policy and maintain a clean and neat work area.
• Communicate potential continuous improvement initiatives to supervisor (incl. NC program updates, speed and feeds, efficiencies etc.)
• Conduct regular routine maintenance operations on CNC machines in accordance with predefined schedules to minimize downtime.
• Ensure the integrity and current calibration of all the measuring devices is maintained.
• Report to supervisor any requirements for tools, parts and supplies.
• Understand job orders and drawings to determine machining operations to be performed.
• Operate CNC machine tools to perform repetitive machining operations, such as turning and milling or other machine operations to efficient tooling capabilities.
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using calibrated gauges.
• Perform quality checks as required.
• Report and document any nonconforming product as per NCR procedures and policies.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• 1-2 Years' experience as a CNC Machine operator an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to measure pieces to verify that the size meets the specifications.
• Understand the production environment and how to prioritize the necessary tasks.
• Ability to work independently.
• When required, be part of a team which includes machinists, fellow operators and management to coordinate efforts to ensure that machines are used efficiently, and work priorities are well managed.
• Ability to learn new specifications and procedures through on-the-job training and experience.

Physical Demands

• Periodic heavy lifting up to 50lbs.
• Standing for up to 3 hours at a time, before a break.
• Manual dexterity to set up tooling and run push-button controls.
• Required to work in a shop environment where there may be loud noises from time to time and heat fluctuations.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• Vision Care
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Time
• Monthly Bonus Opportunity

Please Note: If you currently reside outside the area of the posted job location, we are not offering relocation packages at this time.

We do not accept calls/inquiries from agencies.

While we thank all applicants for applying, we will contact only those selected for an interview.