Senior CNC Milling Machinist

Fidelity Manufacturing; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Onsite gym access

2 paid flex days per year

Uniforms provided with weekly laundry

Casual work environment with team‑or‑a

Company events

Job summary

Fidelity Manufacturing in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a full-time Senior CNC Milling Machinist. You will program, set up and operate CNC milling machines, interpret engineering drawings, and ensure parts meet precise tolerances and ISO/AS9100 standards.

The role requires strong problem-solving, teamwork, and mentoring of junior machinists, with opportunities for growth and advancement in a busy, safety-conscious shop environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Mastercam experience is required or beneficial.
• Criminal record check and controlled goods screen are required.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines to produce parts.
• Review engineering drawings to ensure specs are met.
• Select tooling and setup methods to optimize accuracy.
• Perform in-process inspections with calibrated tools.
• Troubleshoot CNC machining issues.
• Maintain ISO and AS9100 compliance.
• Plan and manage time to meet job requirements.
• Collaborate with machinists to solve complex challenges.
• Mentor less experienced machinists.
• Maintain clean, safe work area.

Skills

CNC Machining

GD&T

Quality control

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyman machinist certification

Tools

Mastercam

Powermill

Solidworks

Job description

We are currently hiring for a full‑time Senior CNC Milling Machinist at our manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta. A CNC Machinist produces machined parts by programming, setting up and operating a CNC machine while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines to produce parts to specified tolerances using Mastercam
• Review and interpret engineering drawings to ensure all specifications are met
• Select appropriate tooling, materials, and setup methods to optimize efficiency and accuracy
• Adjust machine speeds, feeds, tooling, and cutting strategies to maintain precision and part quality
• Perform in-process inspections using calibrated measuring tools to verify dimensional accuracy
• Work with department leads and production coordinators to iterate components through machining / CMM cycles quickly and arrive at stable production for tight tolerance components
• Troubleshoot and diagnose common CNC machining issues
• Ensure all parts meet company quality standards and comply with ISO & AS9100 requirements
• Perform minor machine maintenance and tool calibration as required
• Plan and manage time effectively to meet current and upcoming job requirements
• Collaborate with other machinists to find appropriate solutions to complex machining challenges
• Work with and teach less experienced machinist to ensure they can remain productive while gaining skills and knowledge for independence
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all Health & Safety and Controlled Goods regulations

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience operating CNC machines
• Journeyman, machinist trade certificate or equivalent experience is considered an asset
• Experience in Mastercam, Powermill, Solidworks or any other CAD/CAM software is considered an asset
• It is mandatory that this role take part in a criminal record check and controlled goods screen

Interview Process

• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong time‑management skills to successfully complete tasks on a tight timeline
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work with others to solve complex machining challenges
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and history of working with CMM for part verification
• The ability to stand for long periods of time, complete repetitive tasks/movements and potentially lifting heavy objects up to 50lb
• Positive attitude

Compensation

• Competitive wages based on experience and knowledge level
• Employee benefits with medical and dental
• Opportunity for advancement
• Support for training and education
• A fun, friendly and casual work environment with company sponsored events
• 2 Paid Flex days per year
• Free uniforms provided with weekly laundry
• Access to onsite employee gym