General Machinist – Manual Machining

Machinist

Colt Automation is a leader Coil Processing industry. In its 50 years of operation, the company has achieved significant growth. We are currently seeking experienced Controls Engineers to join our team You will bring your great work ethic, and positive attitude.

This position requires the ability to set up and operate manual machining equipment, including conventional engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, drills, saws, and boring machines to prescribed tolerances. The successful candidate will possess strong machining knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to produce precision components safely and efficiently while working under the direction of the Machine Shop Manager.

Position Status: Existing vacancy

Salary: $65,000 -$80,000 based on Experience & Education
Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits of joining our team:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% employer paid benefits (dental care, extended health care)
• RRSP match program- matching up to 2% after 3 months
• 2 weeks of paid vacation for this role to start.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and follow part manufacturing drawings
• Fabricate parts for custom equipment
• ‪Use precision measuring tools to ensure parts conform to specifications on drawings
• ‪Inspect dimensions to ensure part is machined within tolerances specified in drawing
• ‪Ensuring parts are free of burrs, shavings, sharp edges, and are properly identified
• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
• Uses gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials into machines.
• Recognizes, deploys and properly uses inserts, fixtures and tooling
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education:

• ‪General Machinist Certificate or equivalent experience

Experience:

• ‪At least 5+ years as a general machinist using the same or similar equipment
• ‪Able to run and operate a conventional Lathe (Turning) Machine proficiently
• Work with surface grinders and radial drill
• ‪‪Must be able to work overtime on occasional basis
• Ability to read & interpret blue prints, drawings, charts & tables.
• Motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• ‪Analytical problem solving skills
• Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
• Attention to detail, being able to handle multiple tasks and ability to meet deadlines

Colt Automation was incorporated in 1965 as an equipment manufacturer supplying Coil Feed Line solutions for coil processing to the manufacturing industry. We have established a global presence, providing equipment in North America, Europe, and Rest of World.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.