machine operator, metalworking

PAKFAB; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Free parking available

Job summary

PAKFAB in Canada is seeking a skilled machinist to join our on-site team. You will perform metal forming operations, inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, and operate CNC and traditional presses to shape metal stock.

The role requires 2–3 years of relevant experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while handling heavy loads. Applicants must have a high school diploma and be available for on-site work in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Secondary school education completed.
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in metalwork.
• On-site work with no remote option.

Responsibilities

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment.
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or shape metal stock into parts.
• Document work completed.
• Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair.
• Lay out, set up and operate light/heavy metalworking machines.
• Operate presses or forging machines for shaping metal.
• Position and adjust dies on forging machinery.
• Position heated/cooled metal pieces on dies.
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions.
• Select and transport material to work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Organized

Flexible

Judgement

Hand-eye coordination

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Lifting device

Micrometers

Overhead crane

Power presses

Punch presses

CNC machines

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Document work completed
• Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal
• Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery
• Position heated or cooled metal pieces on die of press or other forging machinery
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Lifting device
• Micrometers
• Overhead crane
• Power presses
• Punch presses
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Metal forming or shaping operations experience

• Bending
• Cutting machine
• Flattening
• Forming
• Metal twisting

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other Benefits

• Free parking available

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth