Senior CNC Machinist

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc.; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Windsor is seeking experienced CNC Machinists to join their team. The role involves programming and operating CNC machines, ensuring high-quality production of metal components. Candidates must have extensive experience in CNC operations and a strong understanding of blueprint reading. The company offers competitive wages and opportunities for advancement in a growing environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Opportunities for advancement

Overtime after 40 hours per week

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience with CNC machines and G Codes.
• Proficient in manual G code programming and blueprint reading.
• Ability to operate CNC horizontal/vertical milling machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines with minimal supervision.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Document and report deviations from specifications.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Attention to Detail

G Code Programming

CNC Operation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Fanuc

Tosnuc

Heidenhain

Job description

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. operates in a competitive global market producing a wide range of metal-based assemblies and components across various industry sectors, including but not limited to Mining, Oil & Gas, Crane and Drag-line Components, Agricultural, Machine Building, and Heavy Equipment Manufacturing.

We are seeking to hire 2 permanent full-time (minimum of 40-50 hours per week) experienced CNC Machinists (Class A) to start as soon as possible.

Our shift rotation includes days and afternoons.

1. Minimum 10 years of experience with extensive knowledge of programming G Codes for Fanuc and Tosnuc controllers, and Heidenhain Conversational.
2. Minimum 10 years of experience operating CNC horizontal/vertical milling machines and CNC turning machines, machining high-tolerance, custom components.
3. Highly skilled in 2D machining, with all operations including programming performed by the operator.
4. Extensive knowledge of tooling and tooling operations.
5. Proficient in Fanuc, Tosnuc, Fagor, and Heidenhain controllers.
6. Must be proficient in manual G code programming.
7. Thorough knowledge and experience reading blueprints from start to finish.
8. Ability to operate Horizontal and Vertical Boring Mills efficiently.
9. Extreme attention to detail due to industry tight tolerances.
10. Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
11. Able to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
12. Shift work (days and afternoons).
13. Review BOMs and routers to identify improvements in material and labor utilization.
14. Document and communicate continuous improvement efforts to management regularly.
15. Collaborate with Production and Engineering teams for performance enhancements.
16. Identify potential areas of improvement with production personnel.
17. Strong understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerance interpretation.
18. Train helpers and operators on adjustments.

Duties :

1. Read drawings, specifications, and engineering information with minimal supervision.
2. Possess excellent tooling knowledge.
3. Set up and operate CNC machines.
4. Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts, and tables.
5. Set up and adjust production machinery and tools.
6. Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerances.
7. Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances.
8. Maintain inspection records and reports.
9. Verify dimensions of machined parts using precise measuring instruments.
10. Verify product dimensions for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
11. Compute dimensions and tolerances; measure and lay out workpieces.

We offer :

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
• Overtime after 40 hours per week

Company Overview

Southwestern Manufacturing Inc. operates in a global market, producing diverse metal assemblies and components across multiple sectors. From concept to creation, SMI is committed to excellence, applying experience, care, and ingenuity to every project. Our extensive capacity across four facilities, staffed by over 200 employees, includes shot blasting, stress relieving, fitting, welding, machining, non-destructive testing, finishing, and logistics, ensuring high-value products delivered directly to clients.

History

Founded on October 5th, 1994, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, SMI started with fewer than 20 employees in a small shared shop. Through dedication and expertise, it has grown significantly, with a reputation for quality and reliability, driven by the extensive knowledge and care embedded in every project.