CNC Operator

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CNC Operator Job Description

The CNC Operator sets up, operates, and maintains CNC machinery to produce high-quality metal components that meet precise project specifications and industry standards. This role focuses on custom work for a variety of applications, often including trailers and cabs, in a dynamic fabrication environment.

• Interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and work instructions to determine machining requirements and production sequences.
• Set up CNC equipment, including plasma tables, lasers, press brakes, lathes, and mills, ensuring correct tooling, fixtures, and machine parameters.
• Load and unload raw materials and work pieces, ensuring proper alignment, secure positioning, and safe handling at all times.
• Operate CNC machinery to cut, form, and machine metal components according to specifications, maintaining consistent quality and accuracy.
• Monitor machine operations continuously and make necessary adjustments to feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain dimensional tolerances.
• Perform routine inspections of parts using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify compliance with drawings.
• Document measurements and production results as required, and communicate any deviations or quality concerns promptly.
• Conduct basic machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, tool changes, and minor adjustments to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and elevate major malfunctions or recurring problems to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following company safety policies and best practices for shop environments.
• Collaborate closely with welders, fabricators, and engineers to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and ensure project goals are met.
• Support custom project work by adapting to non-repetitive tasks, unique setups, and one-off or small-batch production runs.

• Minimum 2+ years of CNC operation experience, including plasma table, laser, or press brake.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Hands‑on experience with CNC laser operation and programming.
• Experience operating CNC plasma tables in a metal fabrication environment.
• Experience operating press brakes, including setup and adjustment for custom work.
• Competence in using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges for precise inspection.
• Practical experience with lathes, mills, and general machining operations.
• Metal fabrication and machine operation within a shop environment.
• Ability to perform CNC machine setup, including tooling selection and fixture placement.
• Comfort working on custom projects rather than repetitive production tasks.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a busy custom shop environment.

• Experience working in a custom fabrication shop, handling unique and varied projects.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with welders, fabricators, and engineers.
• Comfort working in an environment where cats are present in office and lunch areas.
• Willingness to work both day and afternoon shifts as required.

You will join a family‑run operation that offers a welcoming, shop‑like culture and a strong sense of teamwork. The organization supports employees with company events that build camaraderie and a positive workplace atmosphere. Comprehensive benefits, including dental care, life insurance, vision care, and RRSP matching, demonstrate a commitment to long‑term employee well‑being and financial security. You will work on diverse custom projects, providing variety, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow your skills in a modern fabrication environment.

This role is based in a custom shop environment located approximately 25 minutes south of Calgary. The facility has recently expanded, adding a new extension to house a plasma cutter and…