Machine Shop Helper

Advanced Material Handling; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Material Handling is seeking a Machine Shop Helper in Abbotsford to support setup, operation, and maintenance of CNC machines. This apprenticeship is ideal for a 1st to 3rd year machinist apprentice seeking hands-on experience in a fast-paced shop.

You will read blueprints, run Haas-controlled lathes and mills, assist in production, and help with quality checks and tool maintenance. A safety-first mindset and teamwork are essential, with opportunities to grow your machining knowledge.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd-year machinist apprentice
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Experience with Haas control systems preferred
• Overhead crane experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC lathes and mills as per provided drawings
• Assist in producing parts in a job shop environment
• Inspect and verify parts against blueprints and drawings
• Report CNC machine repair needs and assist in maintaining tools and equipment
• Ensure proper handling and organization of raw materials and finished parts
• Work closely with the machine shop supervisor and team to meet production goals
• Support efforts to optimize programs, reduce machine spindle time, and improve efficiency
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with policies and regulations

Skills

Blueprint reading

Haas control

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

Machinist apprentice (1st-3rd year)

Tools

Overhead crane

Job description

About the Role

As a Machine Shop Helper at Advanced Material Handling, you will play a vital role in supporting the machine shop team with setup, operation, and maintenance of CNC machines. This role is ideal for an apprentice in their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year looking to gain hands‑on experience in machining, programming, and quality control in a fast‑paced, manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• CNC Machine Operation:Setup and run CNC Lathes and Mills as per provided drawings.
• Production Support:Assist in producing parts in a job shop‑style machine shop, making a variety of different products.
• Quality Control:Inspect and verify parts against blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Tool and Equipment Maintenance:Report CNC machine repair needs and assist in maintaining tools and equipment.
• Material Handling:Ensure proper handling and organization of raw materials and finished parts.
• Collaboration:Work closely with the machine shop supervisor and team to meet production goals.
• Continuous Improvement:Support efforts to optimize programs, reduce machine spindle time, and improve efficiency.
• Safety Compliance:Maintain a clean and safe work area, following all company policies and safety regulations.

Experience & Skills:

• Currently enrolled as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd-year machinist apprentice (preferred but not mandatory).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience with Haas control systems (preferred but not mandatory).
• Overhead crane experience is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and safely in a manufacturing environment.

Why Join AMH?

At Advanced Material Handling, we believe in developing our people and giving team members opportunities to grow their skills through real, hands‑on experience. You'll work alongside an experienced manufacturing team, contribute to a variety of projects, and continue developing your machining knowledge in a supportive environment.

If you're motivated, safety‑minded, and ready to build your career in machining, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the AMH team and build your skills while helping us deliver quality manufacturing solutions.