Machinist

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co.; Owen Sound; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Sick leave

OT after 40h

Shift premium

Lunch break

Free coffee

Benefits package

DPSP/GRRSP

Annual bonus

Shoe allowance

Safety glasses allowance

Uniforms

Raffles/events

Job summary

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited in Owen Sound, Ontario is seeking an experienced Machinist to setup and operate a range of CNC and manual machines. The role requires reading engineering drawings, setting offsets, and maintaining part tolerances to specification.

The successful candidate will have 3+ years of CNC/machining experience, crane operation training, and proficiency with Fanuc controls and Haas/Okuma/Daewoo machines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Machinist or equivalent trade.
• 3+ years autonomously setting up and running CNC machines.
• Crane operator training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and machine a wide variety of metal and plastic components on CNC machines.
• Interpret CNC code and troubleshoot with programmers.
• Operate manual machining equipment as required and perform daily maintenance.

Skills

CNC Setup

Fanuc Controls

Haas VMC

Daewoo HMC

Okuma Lathe

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Fanuc controls

Haas

Okuma

Daewoo

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Machinist

LOCATION:

Owen Sound, Ontario

SHIFT:

Day Shift (Monday to Thursday 5:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)
Afternoon Shift (Monday to Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.)

PAY:

$24-31 per hour

MacLean Engineering is looking for skilled and experienced Machinist to join our growing team in Owen Sound, Ontario This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team. If you are looking to be challenged, valued, and rewarded with a competitive compensation package in a dynamic work environment, this position is for you!

About the Position:

The CNC Machinist position involves setup and machining of a wide variety of components and requires the following proficiencies:

• Setup and machine a wide variety of metal and plastic components on various Fanuc-based CNC machines, Including, Haas VMC’s (VF-3, VF-5), Daewoo HMC, Okuma Lathes (Captain). Cross-training and workcentre rotation is planned to allow employees to develop competence in all workcentres.
• Setup machine tools, offsets, and jigs according to CNC Setup sheets or as required to achieve part tolerances.
• Machine and inspect components for conformance according to dimensions and tolerances prescribed on '3rd angle projection' engineering drawings or other specifications as applicable.
• Interpret CNC machine code for troubleshooting, and communication to CNC Programmers.
• Operate manual machining equipment as required.
• Perform daily operator maintenance checks on equipment and report any concerns to maintenance for correction.
• Calibrate measurement instruments as required in compliance with company procedures.
• Safely rig and operate 5-ton overhead crane.
• Identify & document improvement opportunities using established processes.
• Implement and maintain 5S housekeeping principles at all times.
• Cross-train in other departments as available.

About You:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion
• 3+ years of experience as a Machinist, or associated trade (i.e. Tool & Die Maker, Mold Maker, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience autonomously setting up and running CNC machines.
• 3+ years of experience autonomously setting up and running manual machines.
• Crane Operator training and certification.
• Experience with Fanuc controls, and with Haas, Okuma, Daewoo is an asset.
• COQ (or equivalent) as machinist or associated trade is an asset.

About Us:

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks’ vacation annually.
• Paid sick and family emergency time.
• Paid overtime after 40 hours worked.
• $1.50 per hour shift premium for Afternoon and Weekend Shift employees
• Paid lunch break for employees working 10- and 12-hour shifts.
• Free coffee!
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• $250 Annual Safety Shoe allowance
• $200 Prescription Safety Glasses allowance every 24 months
• Company Paid Uniforms
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ’s and much more

Positions are for the following shifts:

• Day Shift, Monday to Thursday 5:30am – 3:30pm (4×10 hour shifts)
• Afternoon Shift, Monday to Thursday 4:00pm – 2:00am (4×10 hour shifts)

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third‑party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position. A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.