Junior Machinist & Lab Technician — Flexible Schedule

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

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.