General Machinist

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Drug benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Career advancement

Sustainability Council

Community outreach

Job summary

Linamar Corporation, a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, seeks a General Machinist to set up and operate machines to cut, grind, or shape materials per blueprints while upholding safety and Linamar’s core values.

You will interpret drawings, maintain tolerances, train apprentices, and support Lean initiatives. The role emphasizes a safe, efficient shop environment and ongoing skills development at Linamar’s facilities in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Safety protocols and PPE usage are essential.
• Accurate measurement and setup of tools and machines.
• Ability to read scale/assembly drawings and understand tolerances.
• Judgment to select and adjust tools/equipment for each job.
• Commitment to ongoing learning in machining practices and safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Interpret drawings, read instructions, and produce precise parts.
• Support Lean initiatives, including 5S for a safe, organized workspace.
• Operate equipment using shop theory, math, and material properties.
• Perform pre-use inspections to identify safety issues before operation.
• Calculate dimensions, set speeds/feeds, and maintain safe machining.
• Use precision instruments to verify machined parts and tooling.
• Provide guidance and training to apprentices and junior machinists.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the tool room; power down and lock out equipment after shift end.

Skills

Safety protocols

Measuring & setup

Reading blueprints

Tool selection & adjustment

Ongoing machining education

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining program completion

General Machinist license or apprenticeship

Job description

Job Summary

The General Machinist sets up and operates various machines to precisely cut, grind, or shape metal, plastic, or other materials to create or modify parts and products, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times while promoting the company core values. This role supports and exemplifies Linamar’s leadership behaviors, emphasizing a culture of safety and respect.

Job Description

Job Title: General Machinist

Job Summary

The General Machinist sets up and operates various machines to precisely cut, grind, or shape metal, plastic, or other materials to create or modify parts and products, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times while promoting the company core values. This role supports and exemplifies Linamar’s leadership behaviors, emphasizing a culture of safety and respect.

Responsibility

• Ensure Compliance with legislative Safety Standards and adhere to all company safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Interpret technical drawings, read and follow blueprints and written instructions to produce precise replacement and new parts, ensuring precision quality.
• Support Lean Initiatives, maintain and support Lean initiatives, including 5S practices, to ensure an organized, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Utilize knowledge of machine shop theory, mathematics, and material properties to operate equipment.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of conventional equipment to identify and address any safety issues before operation.
• Accurately compute dimensions and tolerances and set controls to regulate machine speeds and feeds, ensuring safe and precise machining.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify the accuracy of machined parts and tooling, maintaining high quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and training to apprentices and less experienced machinists, emphasizing safe equipment use and best practices.
• Ensure regular maintenance is performed on equipment, and ensure cleanliness and organization in the tool room, and power down and lock out equipment at the end of the shift.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is essential for basic skills in mathematics, reading, and writing.
• Completion of a relevant program in machining or a related field.
• A General Machinist license is preferred, or enrollment in an apprenticeship program.

Required Skills/Experience

• Thorough understanding and application of safety protocols, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety standards.
• Ability to accurately measure and set up tools and machinery, including monitoring speed settings and feed rates.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting scale and assembly drawings to understand critical dimensions, machining tolerances, and identify potential issues.
• Capability to judge the suitability of tools and equipment for specific machining jobs and adjust as necessary.
• Commitment to ongoing education and training in machining practices, safety procedures, and new technologies.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.