CNC Machinist-Vertical Milling

NOW HIRING: CNC Machinist – Vertical Milling – Windsor, OntarioLocation: Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Pay Rate: $28.00 – $32.00/hour (Shift premium + $1)
Shift: Night (Mon to Thu 4:45pm to 3:15am)
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
Experience Required: 3+ years of machining experience
Looking for an opportunity to advance your career as a CNC Machinist? We are currently hiring a CNC Machinist – Vertical Milling for an established manufacturing employer in Windsor, Ontario. This position is part of a Tool & Gage team and offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced machinists and toolmakers while producing precision components for innovative tools, jigs, fixtures, and gages. This is a hands-on machining position requiring experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs), CNC programming, blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, tooling adjustments, and quality inspection. Benefits of This Opportunity • $28.00 – $32.00/hour based on experience
• Swing shift or steady night shift opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement upon hired by company
• Pension, life, and disability insurance after completion of the probationary period
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work with skilled machinists and toolmakers
• Exposure to prototype, low-volume, and production machining projects
Job Responsibilities You may be responsible for: • Setting up and operating 3-, 4-, and 5-axis Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs).
• Selecting, installing, adjusting, and maintaining appropriate tooling and fixtures.
• Loading and securely positioning raw materials and workpieces according to setup specifications and engineering requirements.
• Creating, modifying, verifying, and optimizing CNC programs using G-code and CAM software.
• Programming and making adjustments using Mastercam or Lemoine.
• Adjusting machine offsets as required to maintain machining accuracy.
• Performing first-piece inspections using precision measuring instruments.
• Using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Monitoring machining operations to ensure dimensional accuracy, surface finish, product quality, and production efficiency.
• Adjusting tooling, feeds, speeds, and machine offsets as required.
• Troubleshooting machining and programming issues.
• Working with supervisors and quality personnel to resolve non-conformances and improve machining processes.
• Completing production, inspection, and machine performance documentation accurately and on time.
• Performing routine machine maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication.
• Supporting prototype, low-volume, and production machining projects.
• Following all required safety and quality procedures. Technical Skills & Qualifications • Minimum 3+ years of machining experience.
• Experience operating CNC Vertical Machining Centers.
• Experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and G-code.
• Programming experience with Mastercam or Lemoine.
• Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, and machine offsets.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to precision machining.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and quality requirements. Work Environment • Hands-on manufacturing and machining environment.
• Work alongside experienced machinists and toolmakers.
• Production may include prototype, low-volume, and production machining.
• Work involves operating CNC Vertical Machining Centers and related equipment.
• Swing shift or steady night shift work.
• Flexibility may be required to accommodate customer production timelines.
Why Consider This Opportunity? • Work alongside a talented and diverse team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive environment focused on employee development.
• Exposure to innovative tooling and machining projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and long-term employee benefits. Compensation & Hiring Information The expected compensation for this position is $28.00 – $32.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including education, experience, skillset, and location. Apply Today If you are an experienced CNC Machinist with strong vertical milling, CNC programming, blueprint-reading, and precision measurement skills, this could be an excellent opportunity to take your machining career to the next level.