General Machinist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output

• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job

• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping

• Select appropriate machines (e.g. bridge ports/lathes) and position or load material for a job- ProTrek is a plus.

• Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.

• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues

• Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects

• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• 2 years minimum proven experience as a manual machinist

• Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)

• Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements

• Knowledge of the properties of metal and other material

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

• Good at math with analytical abilities

• Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset

Physical demands and abilities:

• Regularly lift 30-50 pounds

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks

• Regularly possess manual dexterity

• Ability to operate a fork-lift and an overhead crane

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.