Machinist - 5 & 6 Axis

Arrow; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Lumino Health virtual care

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Fitness membership discount

Work boots and safety glasses program

Deferred Profit Sharing

RRSP Match Program

Life and travel insurance

Attendance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Arrow Precision Machining is seeking a skilled Machinist for 5-axis CNC setups and production support in Ontario. The role focuses on configuring machines, selecting tools, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through careful monitoring and adjustments.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of 5-axis experience, reads engineering drawings fluently, and can troubleshoot tool and program issues to maintain throughput and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• 2–3 years minimum setting up and operating 5-axis CNC machines.
• Proficient in tool selection, machine calibration, and program input.

Responsibilities

• Set up 5-axis CNC machines by selecting/installing tools, fixtures, and attachments.
• Load materials and align/secure them for machining.
• Input/modify CNC programs to meet job requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

5-axis CNC operations

Tool selection

Datum structures understanding

Large component workholding

Education

High school diploma

CNC certification or technical degree

Tools

5-axis CNC machines

Job description

Arrow Machine and FabricationGroup is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.

We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Group Division: Arrow Precision Machining

For over 30 years, the fabrication experts at Arrow Precision Machining have been a leading provider of tech-based CNC machining, precision grinding, manual turning and milling, and inspection solutions to the defence, mining, industrial, oil & gas, and nuclear industries.

Shift Schedule: Afternoon Shift (Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm - 1:30 am)

Compensation Range: $38.95 up to $45.10 hourly

Position Summary:

The Machinist 5 axis is responsible for setting up and preparing 5-axis CNC machines for production runs. This role involves configuring the machine, selecting and installing tools, and ensuring the machine operates efficiently to produce parts that meet precise specifications

Primary Responsibilities:

Machine Set-Up and Preparation

• Interpret and analyze engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up 5-axis CNC machines by selecting and installing appropriate tools, fixtures, and attachments.
• Load raw materials into the machine, ensuring proper alignment and secure positioning.
• Input and modify CNC programs to match specific job requirements.

Operation and Monitoring

• Operate 5-axis CNC machines to perform complex tasks such as milling, drilling, and cutting from multiple angles and planes.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure precision and accuracy, making real-time adjustments as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks on finished products using precision measuring instruments.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform routine maintenance on 5-axis CNC machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or operational issues that arise during machine set-up or production.
• Collaborate with maintenance technicians for more complex repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all produced parts meet strict quality standards and specifications.
• Document and report any defects or deviations from specifications, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of machine settings, production output, and maintenance activities.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in CNC machining or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in setting up and operating 5-axis CNC machines.

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and CNC programs.
• In-depth knowledge of 5-axis CNC machine operations, including tool selection, machine calibration, and program input.
• Understands complex datum structures, including those for large weldments.
• Advanced work-holding for large components.

What We Offer – Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.