Machinist

Job Description:

WE’RE LOOKING FOR A MACHINIST

POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE, ONTARIO

The Machinist is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings and technical repair schemes in order to manufacture/modify and/or repair components and tooling required. The position is multi-disciplinary and services multiple departments in a variety of capacities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Manufacturing Detailed Parts/Tooling

1. Read engineering drawings, determine machining sequences and equipment required.
2. Machine parts to precision requirements of tolerance and finish.

Overhaul Machining

1. Reads supplied repair schemes provided by overhaul technicians to determine machining operations required on components.
2. Selects and utilizes appropriate machinery, fixturing and processes as required to achieve desired outcome.
3. Recognizes and understands critical parts and processes.
4. Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges and micrometers.
5. Troubleshoots, debugs and modifies to achieve expected performance.
6. Carries out other duties as assigned.

Maintaining Records/Reports & Staying on Schedule

1. Documents work performed and verifies dimensional accuracy prior to moving parts forward.
2. Maintains online inventory and updates schedules as appropriate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

1. Completion of College Level Machinist Course.

Experience

1. 2+ years of CNC mill programming & operation a must.
2. Experience using MasterCam is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

1. Knowledge of quality requirements and how to effectively meet quality standards.
2. Team work focus.
3. Attention to detail.
4. Follow standardized work instructions.
5. Be able to use measuring instruments and the ability to read blueprints.
6. Mechanical aptitude.
7. Service minded.
8. Organized Individual.
9. Problem Solving Skills.
10. Work independently under general supervision.
11. Troubleshooting.

Technical Systems Proficiency

1. Setup and operation of multiple CNC machines, including Mills, Lathes and router tables, as needed.
2. Ability to read and write g-code using CAM software and at the machine controller as required.
3. Utilize ISO compliant documentation and/or processes to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished workpiece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Metal Worker