Sr CNC Operator

Core Laboratories Canada Limited; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories Canada Limited in Red Deer, Alberta, is seeking a Senior CNC Operator to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC machining processes to produce high-precision components.

You will mentor operators, collaborate with engineering, quality and production teams, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in daily manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years CNC experience.
• Experience performing machine setups, tooling changes, and offset adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment per production requirements.
• Monitor machine operations for quality and efficiency.
• Perform routine tool changes, offset adjustments, and machine checks.
• Inspect parts using measuring equipment and document results.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report machine or quality issues.
• Maintain production records and accurate reporting.
• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced CNC operators.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized work area.
• Verify material supplied is adequate for the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Measuring instruments

Tool selection

Shift work

Self-motivated

Independent work

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machinery

Measuring instruments

Job description

The Senior CNC Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC machining equipment to produce precision components that meet quality, productivity, and safety standards. This role serves as a technical resource for machine operators, assists with training and mentoring team members, and works closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate CNC equipment according to production requirements.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality and efficiency standards are met.
• Perform routine tool changes, offset adjustments, and machine checks.
• Inspect parts using measuring equipment and document inspection results.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report machine or quality issues.
• Maintain production records and ensure accurate reporting.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced CNC operators.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized work area.
• Verify material supplied is adequate for job
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC experience
• Experience performing machine setups, tooling changes, and offset adjustments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Skilled usage of measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of tools and ability to choose appropriate tools for job.
• Available to work shift work.
• Self-motivated.
• Work well under minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize jobs.
• Able to lift heavy materials.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Core Laboratories is the Reservoir Optimization Company Core Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products used to optimize petroleum reservoir performance. The Company has over 70 offices in more than 50 countries and is located in every major oil-producing province in the world. We are well-positioned to serve the growing needs of the energy transition while continuing to fulfill the demand for reliable and affordable energy sources like crude oil and natural gas. Our services, products, expertise, and innovations will continue to be essential as our clients meet the growing demand for energy globally.

At Core Lab, our values matter: Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard our employees as our greatest asset. We believe that identifying, attracting, developing, and retaining talent are significant actions because our people are so important.