CNC Machine Operator

Arrow Engineered Products Cambridge N
1050 Fountain St N
Cambridge, ON N3H, CAN

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

AEP Cambridge North is a Canadian-owned and operated metal manufacturing company, specializing in prototyping and custom projects. At AEP Cambridge North, we use the latest in cutting-edge technology to provide clients with machining, fabricating, welding, and design support. In business since 1991, we run medium to small production projects in our air-conditioned facility that is conveniently located in Cambridge.

$23.85 up to 25.00 hourly

The CNC Machine Operator will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of 600mm and 800mm horizontal CNC machining centers. This role involves precision machining of components, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process. The operator will work closely with the production team to meet deadlines and maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

• Maintaining a clean and safe work area while operating equipment according to established procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts, and tables, or study sample parts to determine the machining operation to be performed
• Compute dimensions and tolerances and measure and lay out work pieces
• Operate and maintain a variety of machine tools, including computer numerically controlled (CNC) tools, to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as turning, milling, boring, drilling, and other operations
• Complete change-over activities (Machine preparation from previous job set-up to new job set-up)
• Complete manufacturing of first part per process instruction
• Verify dimensions of machined parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications using micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gauges, or other specialized measuring instruments.
• Report deviations from specifications and tolerances to supervisor and lead hands.
• Document completion of all required processes and record production in the barcoding system
• Troubleshoot parts when issues occur.
• Communicating critical information to supervisor and oncoming shifts, including quality concerns, tooling issues, maintenance concerns, and production requirements.
• Understanding and having functional use of CNC code and CNC programming
• Setting and loading all tools in conjunction with set-up instructions to complete assigned jobs
• Other duties as required.

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent with experience in CNC machining operations.

• Knowledge of Machining methods, cutting qualities of metal, and tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
• G&M code fluency and ability to edit programs
• Understanding of GD&T
• Experience using measuring tools and gauges
• Experience with Fanuc Controls
• Familiar with SPC
• Able to use grinders, jib cranes and related lifting attachments, and handheld equipment that may be necessary for the job
• Follow written instructions when completing a work order to barcode production

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