Machinist

ASTEC; Thornbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer located in Thornbury, Ontario, is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a machine shop, hold relevant qualifications, and commit to working safely. This position offers hourly pay and benefits including shift premiums. The company emphasizes safety and integrity in a collaborative work environment, making it a strong opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a reputable organization.

Benefits

$1.35/hr Afternoon Shift premium

First Aid premium for certified employees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC and conventional machines.
• Perform preventative machine maintenance.
• Utilize measuring devices to ensure part tolerances.

Skills

Commitment to safety

Mathematics for SSGD level

Education

Red Seal / Ontario Certificate of Qualification as a Machinist

Equivalent Tool and Die Maker qualification

Job description

ASTEC INDUSTRIES / BREAKER TECHNOLOGY Ltd. is a leading Canadian manufacturer of rock breaking systems, hydraulic attachments, and underground mobile equipment for the mining, construction, and aggregate industries worldwide. We have thrived in the same location for over 60 years, and are firm believers in “quality over quantity”. Our parent company, Astec Industries, Inc., is traded on the NASDAQ (ASTE).

Due to increased demand, we are hiring to meet production goals. We are currently seeking:

CNC MACHINIST

The Position Responsibilities Include

• Assessing the workspace and work required to ensure the work is performed in the safest manner possible,
• Operate a wide variety of machines including conventional machines, CNC lathes, and mills, vertical boring mill, finish grinder, drills, and saws without supervision
• Set up machines to machine parts to engineering specifications
• Use a variety of measuring devices such as verniers and micrometers to ensure the part is within acceptable tolerance as determined by the engineering drawing,
• Work from a basic program on CNC machines and make the necessary edits to conform to drawing specifications,
• Assist manufacturing engineering with parts programming for machining centres.
• Perform other manual machining operations such as tapping, grinding, and honing to machine the part to acceptable standards.
• Perform basic machine preventive maintenance from time to time.
• Operate material handling devices such as cranes and lift trucks in a safe manner,
• Safely operate hand tools such as buffers and grinders,
• Participate in workplace improvement initiatives.
  
  

Qualified candidates will earn an hourly rate ranging from $27.76/hr. to $30.28/hr. depending on experience. We also offer $1.35/hr Afternoon Shift premium and First Aid premium for certified employees.

The Preferred Candidate Will Have

• A strong commitment to working safely and the willingness to actively participate in our health safety programs,
• Red Seal / Ontario Certificate of Qualification as a Machinist, Tool and Die Maker or equivalent,
• 3+ years of experience in a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment,
• Previous experience operating a vertical boring mill is an asset
• The ability to read and understand engineering drawings, work instructions, and procedures to manufacture machined parts.
• The ability to perform math calculations to an SSGD level
• Previous experience or certification using material handling devices using cranes and lift trucks,
  
  

About ASTEC Industries / Breaker Technology

Our company is located in Thornbury, Ontario, 22 kilometers west of Collingwood in the heart of the Georgian Triangle, Ontario’s premier 4 season resort area. We are known best by our former name Breaker Technology Ltd., but are proud to be transitioning into the OneASTEC family. We have been in the same location for over 60 years and continue to be a top employer in Grey County. Our Core Values guide us in how we approach our work every day: Safety, Devotion, Integrity, Respect, and Innovation; these are the cornerstones of our longevity.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are needed. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.