Machinist

Aerotek; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Discount programs

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate a range of machining equipment in a hands-on custom automation shop in St Thomas, ON. You will work from detailed drawings, verify critical dimensions, and finish components with surface grinding and bandsaw processes.

The role is fully onsite with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime. Hires through Aerotek receive weekly pay, benefits including medical, dental, and vision, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machining equipment to produce accurate parts.
• Machine parts according to drawings and tolerances.
• Repair and modify machined parts for assemblies in custom automation systems.
• Measure with appropriate tools to verify dimensions within 0.001 inches.
• Read blueprints and plan machining operations.
• Finish components using surface grinding and bandsaw processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and support team members.

Skills

2+ years machining

surface grinding

bandsaws

lathes

knee mills

CNC milling

blueprints reading

0.001 inch tolerances

Tools

Surface grinding equipment

Bandsaws

Lathes

Knee mills

CNC milling machines

Job description

Machinist

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machining equipment, including lathes, knee mills, surface grinders, bandsaws, and CNC milling machines, to produce accurate and square parts.
• Machine various parts according to detailed machining drawings and blueprints, ensuring all components meet specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Repair and modify machined parts for assemblies to ensure proper fit, function, and performance within custom automation systems.
• Perform precise machining work within 0.001\" tolerances, verifying dimensions using appropriate measuring tools and techniques.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical drawings to plan machining operations and sequences.
• Use surface grinding, bandsaw cutting, and other machining processes to prepare and finish components as required. Contribute to a team-focused environment by communicating effectively, supporting colleagues, and maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to all workplace safety practices and using first aid knowledge when needed.
• Monitor equipment and tooling condition, reporting issues and assisting with basic maintenance or adjustments to ensure consistent quality.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of general machining experience.
• Proficiency with surface grinding, bandsaws, lathes, and knee mills.
• Experience operating machining equipment, including CNC milling machines.
• Blueprint and detailed machining drawing reading skills.
• Capability to work consistently within 0.001\" tolerances.

Work Environment

The role is based in a custom automation shop - the environment is hands-on and equipment-rich, with access to surface grinders, bandsaws, lathes, knee mills, NC mills, and CNC milling machines.

Standard hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime paid after 44 hours. After the probation period, you may choose an alternative schedule of Monday to Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or Tuesday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., supporting a compressed work week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St Thomas, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St Thomas, ON.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St Thomas, ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de la aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l'expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l'industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l'Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d'affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu'un programme d'aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d'égalité d'accès à l'emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de la génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco:

Conformément à l'Ordonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA):

Nous pouvons utiliser l'intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d'embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l'évaluation des candidatures. L'IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l'aide d'outils d'IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.