Machinist (Apprentice)

SGS; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Calgary is seeking a skilled Machinist to perform precision machining operations, set up and operate various machine tools, and maintain industrial machines. The ideal candidate will have a Journeyperson credential in Machining and at least one year of experience in the field. Join a team that values safety and quality in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a Machining role.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate basic and advanced machine tools.
• Measure and test completed units to ensure specifications.
• Maintain industrial machines and ensure safety equipment is in place.

Skills

Mathematics

Mechanics

Education

Journeyperson with recognized credential in Machining

Indentured apprentice in the trade of Machinist

Job description

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Prepare samples according to API, CSA, ASTM and ASME standards & customer or internal requirements.
• Directly responsible for their area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis.
• Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel in order to exchange technical information.
• Accountable for routine and non routine equipment maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring all safety equipment related to machining is in place on a daily basis.
• Responsible for completion of task safety evaluations, near miss and hazard reporting as required.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Education : Journeyperson with recognized credential in Machining or an indentured apprentice in the trade ofMachinist in Alberta.
• Experience : 1+ Years in aMachining role.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.