Uniting leading manufacturing firms and metal finishing services under one strong brand, Sphere Manufacturing Group is building upon a strong legacy of expertise – bringing leading products to market through innovation while servicing the needs of the environment and our community.

Sphere’s vision is to be a high growth, customer driven organization offering precision manufacturing in cutting, bending, machining, anodizing, welding, and assembly services across North America.

We are Manufacturing What’s Next – come join us!

Currently, we seek motivated and mechanically inclined individuals for our manufacturing locations.

CNC Set-up Operator, 2053 Shirley Dr, Kitchener, N2B 3X4 - DAY

DAYS – Monday – Thursday 6:30am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities include:

- Operations may include but are not limited to set up production, verification, inspection, and minor program editing.
- Program, set up and operate vertical or horizontal CNC milling machines and/or CNC lathes – to facilitate optimum production rates, maintain required tolerances, and maximize tool life - adhering to specifications.
- Read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, product drawings, technical requirements and customer specifications.
- Select proper work holding and tools to suit program requirements.
- Establish proper cycle and run times.
- Establish proper tool life on all tools for part run.
- Call up program, fit and assemble fixtures/components and machine parts to strict tolerances.
- Touch off tools, dry run, and run First Off.
- Oversee the machines while they execute the tasks and make the necessary changes to produce improved results.
- Verify accuracy of finished machined parts using precise measuring instruments. (Micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.),



calibrate tools and set tool offsets.
- Analyze deviations from specifications/tolerances and adjust offsets accordingly
- Record all machine actions by completing production and quality logs.
- Communicate with Tool Crib to ensure tool inventory for jobs.
- Coordinate with Quoting to ensure cycle time is met as per job folder.
- Be mindful of any continuous improvement opportunities at all times
- Report any manufacturing issues to Engineering.
- Assist in troubleshooting any machine or maintenance issues and report to Supervisor.
- Follow quality management system policy and procedures as per ISO 9001:2015.
- Maintain work area clean and organized, and follow health & safety rules.

Requirements:

- 3-5 years’ experience as a CNC Set-up Operator.
- Certification as a Machinist is an asset
- Certificate or diploma in mechanical engineering is an advantage.
- Able to work with little supervision.
- Ability to translate mechanical documents and engineering drawings.
- Able to skillfully use a variety of measuring equipment and gauges
- Great attention to detail with a goal-driven attitude.
- Strong comprehension and analytical abilities.
- Valuable computer and mathematical skills.

Physical Demands:

Required to carry out routine, repetitive tasks such as reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, lifting, packing, stacking, bending,



climbing / descending / going under or on equipment as well as some physical lifting.

Regularly exposed to noise, temperature change and lubricants and vibration.

Wears all PPE as required.

WHAT WE OFFER

· Competitive Compensation Packages

· Group Health and Wellness Benefits

· RRSP Match

· Innovative Company Culture

· Adaptive and Responsive Leadership

· Dedication to Positive Change

· Commitment to Social Responsibility

WHAT YOU BRING

· Desire to challenge yourself and succeed

· Creative thinking and attention to detail

· Commitment to continual improvement

· Health and Safety focused attitude

· Skills and competencies suited to a high energy and fast paced environment

Those interested and possessing the appropriate qualifications are welcome to apply via Indeed.

The Sphere Manufacturing Group strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment for our employees. We will attempt to make appropriate accommodations throughout the entire screening, selection and employment process. Accommodations are made upon request.

This position will fill an existing vacancy within the organization.

Only those considered for a position will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$37.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kitchener-Waterloo, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
- CNC Set-up Operator: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 CNC Set-up Operator (Kitchener)
🏢 Sphere Manufacturing Group
📍 Kitchener