Machinist- Tool Room

Arrow; Guelph; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

RRSP Match Program

Life and travel insurance

Shift premiums for afternoon & night

Attendance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arrow Off Road Guelph is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC machines to drill, mill, and turn parts. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances in a fast-paced shop.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in a custom machining environment, holds a licensed machinist credential or tool-and-die background, and works well with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• 2–5 years of experience in a custom machining shop.
• Experience with 3/4/5 axis CNC operation and programming.
• Proficiency with G-code and M-code.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC machines to drill, mill, and turn.
• Load materials, select tooling, and verify dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues and perform PMs.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to meet tolerances.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to improve tooling.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Machinist

Tool and Die Maker

Tools

3/4/5-Axis CNC machines

G-code / M-code

Micrometers / calipers / height gauges

Lathe manual

Job description

Arrow Off Road Guelph

151 Arrow Rd

Guelph, ON N1K, CAN

Description

Company Introduction:

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group 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:

For more than 45 years,Arrow Off Road Guelph division has been a supplier of choice for OEM customers in the Material Handling, Rail, Construction, Forestry, Agriculture, Mining, and Defense industries. With operations in both Canada and China, our focus is on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and the environment. Our mission of good parts on time, along with strong customer relationships and company performance, will continue our history of growth.

Compensation Range:

$27.41 up to $35.69 hourly

Position Summary:

The Machinist is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC machines to perform various tasks such as drilling, milling, and turning. This role requires a combination of technical skills, precision, and problem-solving abilities to ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, experience in precision machining, and is skilled at interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain equipment by completing PMs and calling for repair if required
• Troubleshoot and solve complex mechanical and operational issues
• Prepare and load/set up the raw material or die sections in the machine
• Manufacture, modify, and repair precision tools, jigs, and fixtures according to specifications, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Interact with Engineering and Production team to refurbish/improve/build spares
• Use of various equipment/tools to create and repair tooling, including, but not limited to, grinders, welding equipment, machining equipment, overhead cranes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Licensed Machinist and/or Tool and Die Maker
• Understanding of fabrication
• 2-5 years of previous work experience in a custom machining shop
• Proficient in reading blueprints and sketches
• Experience with 3/5 axis CNC operation and programming
• Knowledge of CNC programming languages such as G-code and M-code
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and supervisors
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Measuring tools and instruments, such as micrometers, verniers, callipers, height gauges or other specialized measuring instruments
• 3, 4 and 5-Axis CNC machines
• Lathe-manual

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
• Shift premiums for afternoon & night shift
• 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.

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