Journeyman Machinist

Career Opp: Journeyman Machinist – VBM

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A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 46 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

GEARED FOR EXCELLENCE

At Standard Machine we design and manufacture high-quality parts for critical industries including pulp and paper, mining, oil and gas, chemical processing plants, steel mills, marine applications, transportation, military, and aerospace.

We engineer solutions that keep the world moving by offering products and services to keep the world’s equipment, machinery, and vehicles in motion. Standard Machine offers the opportunity to develop unique skills in an environment that supports cross-training and personal development through diverse career paths.

We are seeking a Journeyman Machinist to operate a Large Manual Vertical Boring Mill, as well as a Large Manual Lathe, this position will also act as a back-up operator for the CNC lathes and CNC vertical boring mills.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineered drawings.
• Setup, operate large manual Vertical boring mills, large manual lathes as well as set up, program, and operate CNC lathes and CNC vertical boring mills.
• Understand tool limitations and tool life during operations.
• Able to machine within tight tolerances and know feeds and speeds of different materials.
• Capable of measuring tight tolerances using precision measuring instruments, including mics, verniers, indicators, pie tape, and bore gauges.
• Operate jib cranes as well as travelling overhead crane up to 50 tones.
• Assures compliance with all safety practices and procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and our 5S program.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects under the direction of the team leader, or manager of department.
• Complete daily maintenance checks of equipment.
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• Qualifications
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• Our ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience on large manual turning processes, with some CNC exposure, as well as the following competencies.

Education

• Journeyman Machinist certificate is considered an asset, but not required

Competencies

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to operate jib cranes as well as overhead cranes using the proper rigging techniques.
• Experience with medium to large manual lathes and vertical boring mills
• Ability to run variety of CNC machines: lathes and mills.
• Commitment to use their high skill level to provide quality products as well as deliver a high level of service to our end users.
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality.
• Experience in a shop environment, preferably within a custom machine shop.
• Reliable track record at previous employment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Live in city or willing to relocate to area.

Put your Career in GEAR today!

Working at Standard Machine, a Timken Brand, opens the door for opportunity, benefits, and security.

Compensation

We offer a competitive salary to secure the brightest talent for our organization. This includes shift premiums, free PPE and uniforms, boot allowance, overtime bonus, and tool replacement. We also have a short-term incentive (BONUS) plan that pays based on individual and company performance.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, AD&D, employee assistance program, on-site gym, RRSP with company matching, vehicle discount programs, and MORE.

Continuing Education

You'll have the chance to gain knowledge and experience in a wide range of industries and applications. Learn more through hands-on experience, core training, and a selection of more than 4,000 online courses. In addition, tuition assistance opportunities may be available if you want to enhance your education in a field related to your career.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Applicants must provide proof of all relevant qualifications and be available to participate in a pre-employment testing procedure. Only candidates who are permanent residents or citizens of Canada, residing in Canada, will be considered for this position.