Manual Machinist

Aerotek; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing staffing agency in Calgary is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist with experience in the oil & gas industry. The ideal candidate will operate semi-manual machines and lathes, apply precision machining techniques, and perform quality control checks. A strong understanding of CNC programming is essential, and candidates with Journeyman certification will be preferred. This fully onsite role offers competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in manual machining.
• Experience in the oil & gas industry, particularly with rotary connections.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming and controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining on oil & gas rotary connections and large-diameter components.
• Operate semi-manual machines and a lathe with Fanuc controls.
• Read and interpret blueprints; apply precision machining and threading techniques.
• Conduct own quality control checks to verify tolerances and specifications.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

CNC programming

Quality control checks

Education

Journeyman certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Manual Machinist

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and confident Manual Machinist with experience in oil & gas rotary connections and large cylindrical components. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with semi-manual machines and large-diameter pipe, and will have a strong understanding of precision machining, threading, and CNC controls. The candidate will be working on a lathe with Fanuc controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining on oil & gas rotary connections and large-diameter components.
• Operate semi-manual machines and a lathe with Fanuc controls.
• Read and interpret blueprints; apply precision machining and threading techniques.
• Conduct own quality control checks to verify tolerances and specifications.

Qualifications

• Essential Skills
• 3-5 years of experience in manual machining.
• Experience in the oil & gas industry, particularly with rotary connections.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Journeyman certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience with API threads.
• Capability to perform own quality control checks.

Work Environment & Compensation

Work Environment: Work within a manufacturing environment alongside a team of long-standing employees. The culture is family-oriented, and we value individuals who are eager to learn and share tribal knowledge. The role requires someone who works well in a team and is comfortable working around heavy pipe. The work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with overtime available.

Pay: The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Calgary, AB.

About the Company and Equal Opportunity

We are 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 other characteristic protected by law.