Machinist Full-time Job
Nov 14th, 2024 at 12:27 General Category Burlington 31 views Reference: 10290Job Details
Reporting to the Shop Manager or Site Lead Hand, the Machinist has ideally 5-10 years of experience in a Machine Shop environment. The machinist cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing. Additionally, the candidate can perform custom welding/fabrication and has experience in machine repair/rebuild.
A technical diploma is preferred, while holding an Ontario Certificate of Qualification in either Machinist (429A) or Tool & Die Maker (430A). Preference will be given to candidates who also possess a Certificate of Qualification in Welding (456A) and/or Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A). The Machinist is familiar with using production tools such as dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, MIG/TIG welding equipment, waterjet, shear and brake press. Experience working with Stainless Steel, Aluminum or specialty metals, alloys and plastics is a benefit.
The Machinist follows company policies, standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities including applying Standard Operating Procedures in his/her work.
The Machinist has strong leadership and communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible and is open to change. The person is results oriented and quality driven.
The Machinist promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with MLF’s Health and Safety Program. This includes Food Safety and Environmental compliance.
Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 28. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.
Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:
- Reads and interprets mechanical drawings, tooling drawings and work-process documentation.
- Builds precision dies, tools and prototypes using conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting and forming machines and other equipment including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills, die presses and electrical discharge machines.
- Competent in work piece measurement using specialized and precision tools and equipment.
- Welding techniques required, including: TIG/MIG, Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and stick welding.
- Experience with CNC Lathe/Milling machines, Shear and Punching machines, Waterjet cutting machine and Brake Press set up and operation.
- Machine and fabricate parts to close tolerance .0005” in a cost-effective manner.
- Able to multitask and work under direction of the shop manager and shop lead hand.
- Responsible for post and completed Work Order quality reviews.
- Perform PM and Fabrication work in accordance with procedures or oral instruction.
- Account for inventory usage and labour on the shop work order system.
- Welding repairs and/or fabrication need to be carried out to Food Safety standards.
- Communicate daily repair activity with Shop Manager or site Lead Hand.
- Fulfill all Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, WHIMS and MSDS policy requirements.
- Fulfill mechanical requirements of work order programs c/w requesting assistance where necessary.
- As part of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities apprenticeship program, train and mentor apprentice employees as required.
- Mechanical abilities and trouble shooting skills may be needed for breakdown analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements.
- Lifting up to 60 lbs, bending and reaching.
- Pushing, pulling, and overhead reaching.
- Prolonged standing.
What You’ll Bring:
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
- Positive interaction and information sharing with Associates and Salaried Team.
- Active participation in Work Group meetings.
- Ability to obtain pertinent information, evaluate information objectively and explore alternative solutions to problems.
- Actively finding new and improved ways of completing tasks.
- Willing to try new things and assume additional responsibilities.
What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:
- Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
- An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
- Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Company Description
Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years, weve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.
We are carbon neutral.