CNC Turning Set-Up - Red Seal

Prattwhitney; Midland; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Midland, Ontario is seeking a CNC Red Seal Operator to set up and operate CNC milling and turning centers while ensuring safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate has a Secondary School Diploma and relevant certifications, with 2–5 years of CNC shop experience.

This role includes responsibilities like reading blueprints, performing precise inspections, and utilizing strong mathematical skills. The company offers a starting rate of $28.30 per hour along with comprehensive benefits and relocation eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a CNC machine shop with close tolerances.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling and/or turning centers.
• Perform inspections using measurement tools.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint reading

Mathematics (geometry, trigonometry)

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Certification in Tool and Die Maker or General Machinist

Tools

CMM (coordinate measuring machines)

Metrology tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-04-13 | Country: Canada | Location: CA-ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd

Position Summary

Reporting to the CNC Milling and/or Turning Supervisors, the CNC Red Seal Operator will be responsible for operating CNC Milling and/or Turning Centers, following specifications outlined in operation sheets, and ensuring safe, efficient operations while upholding high product quality standards.

What You Will Do

• Set up and operate multi-spindle, multi-axis CNC mill-turn lathe machines with minimal supervision.
• Follow setup procedures to mount fixtures and establish work coordinates.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of cutting tools, including selecting appropriate speeds and feeds.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and apply geometrical dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T).
• Operate and utilize CMM (coordinate measuring machines) for inspection purposes.
• Perform precise inspections using metrology tools and gauges to ensure part accuracy.
• Utilize strong mathematical skills in geometry and trigonometry for machining tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production standards and ensure product quality.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
• Certification of Apprenticeship or Qualification in Tool and Die Maker and/or General Machinist.
• 2–5 years of experience working in a CNC machine shop environment with extremely close tolerances.
• Ability to efficiently set up machines for complex parts.
• Effective interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong problem-solving skills with an adaptable and innovative mindset.
• Experience preparing and selecting tooling for machines.
• Analytical decision‑making skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team‑oriented, multi‑tasking environment.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and compliance with Raytheon Environmental, Health & Safety Organizational Directives, site directives, and company policies.

Benefits and Offer

• Collaborative & innovative work environment.
• Relocation eligibility.
• Signing bonus.
• Starting rate of $28.30 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program.
• Job flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.
• Security clearance requirements: Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, with five consecutive years of residency and successful clearance under Controlled Goods Regulations and the Contract Security Program.

Raytheon ELCAN adheres to the principles of equal employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Raytheon ELCAN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to any applicants with disabilities. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.