Junior Machinist/ Junior Lab Technician

CWB Group; Milton; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary structure

Comprehensive medical benefits

Flexible work schedule

RRSP and pension program

Structured career development

Job summary

The CWB Group is seeking a Junior Machinist/Junior Lab Technician to support welding test services in the Milton lab. Responsibilities include assisting the Senior Technician, operating basic lab machinery, processing orders, and maintaining records with a strong emphasis on safety.

Ideal candidates have post-secondary education and 1–2 years in welding or metal testing, plus basic machining and measuring tool skills. Travel may be required, with a focus on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years welding, metal industry, or testing service experience.
• General machining, tool and measuring equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Technician with day-to-day lab and shop activities.
• Operate basic machinery including milling machines, horizontal and vertical band saws, and angle grinders (training provided).
• Process test plate orders according to internal procedures and specifications.
• Maintain accurate log sheets and job records.
• Handle shipping and receiving materials and samples.
• Prepare materials and components for testing.
• Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently as directed by the Senior Technician.
• Maintain general housekeeping of the Milton lab, ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with basic measurements and inspections using hand tools (calipers, tape measures, etc.).
• Support inventory organization and material tracking when required.
• Additional duties as assigned
• Ensure all client complaints received are documented and addressed in three (3) business days or less.
• Customer correspondence (emails/phone calls including test result emails).

Skills

Machining

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Milling machines

Calipers

Tape measures

Band saws

Angle grinders

Forklift license

Job description

Compensation Band: 2

Normal Hiring range: $48,835.00 to $61,044.00 CAD per year

Your expertise shapes our business

At the CWB Group, we find fulfillment and inspiration knowing that we are performing meaningful and purposeful work. Every day is a new adventure with opportunities to learn from industry leaders and, most importantly, from each other. When you join the CWB Group, you become part of a diverse and inclusive, tight-knit team passionate about making a global impact. Learn more about the CWB Group.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

The CWB Group believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented employees from a diverse candidate pool.

Work with us and achieve your career goals

For almost 75 years, our employees have been the backbone of our business, driving our success and extraordinary reputation. We challenge our employees to take charge of their careers and provide growth opportunities, tools and resources to reach their goals.

What To Expect

The Junior Machinist/ Junior Lab Technician, Lab is responsible for performing machine operations to provide Testing laboratory and weld test services for the CWB Group. This role may be fulfilled by any combination of the below duties and responsibilities and corresponding qualifications to fulfil specific functions within the Weld test shop.

This Includes

Laboratory

• Assist Senior Technician with day-to-day lab and shop activities.
• Operate basic machinery including milling machines, horizontal and vertical band saws, and angle grinders (training provided as needed).
• Process test plate orders according to internal procedures and specifications.
• Maintain accurate log sheets and job records.
• Handle shipping and receiving materials and samples.
• Prepare materials and components for testing.
• Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently as directed by the Senior Technician.
• Maintain general housekeeping of the Milton lab, ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with basic measurements and inspections using hand tools (calipers, tape measures, etc.).
• Support inventory organization and material tracking when required.
• Additional duties as assigned

Administrative

• Ensure all client complaints received are documented and addressed in three (3) business days or less.
• Customer correspondence (emails/phone calls including test result emails).

Other duties as assigned.

In this position, you will report to the Manager, Labs & Facilities.

What You Bring To The Table

• Post-Secondary Education.
• Minimum of 1-2 years welding, or metal industry, or testing service-related experience.
• General Machining, Tool and measuring equipment use.
• Practical welding and/or material and process knowledge.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and a minimum knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure high accuracy of work.
• Ability to work within scheduled timeframes and set priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Interpersonal Skills and ability to work with a team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Additional Requirements

• This position works out of the Milton, ON Head Office.
• Travel might be required from time to time.
• Ontario Occupation Health & Safety Act and Industrial Reg. 851 knowledge.
• Forklift license.
• Liaise to ensure product and service delivery are excellence Ad Hoc.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary structure
• Comprehensive medical benefits for you and your dependents
• Flexible work schedule
• RRSP and pension program
• Structured career development: we offer education and training opportunities to help you reach your goals

Accommodation

The CWB Group is committed to providing accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us when applying and we will work with you to meet your needs. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.