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Machinist

Job ID: 5188

Location:

Barrie, ON, CA

Date: Aug 21, 2026

Prodomax Automation Ltd. is currently seeking a MACHINIST to join our team.

Located in Barrie, Ontario, Prodomax is a specialized industrial engineering firm focused on designing complex automation with a blue-chip customer base since 1971. Operating from two facilities totaling 200,000 square feet with 200+ employees; we are ISO 9001:2015 certified.

The Opportunity The Machinist will be responsible for manufacturing components in a machine shop environment and will report directly to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

Your level within the role will be determined by the skills and experience you bring when taking on this exciting career opportunity.

Responsibilities are noted as you progress within the role.

Junior:

Job Responsibilities:

Read and interpret drawings and determine work and/or repair procedures

Set up and operate to prescribe tolerances on lathes, mills, surface grinders, and saws

Select mechanical measuring, checking and layout tools and devices

Execute measuring, checking and layout operations

Perform metal removing operations using hand and power cutting tools

Fit and assemble parts and sub-assemblies to build special-purpose machinery

Some heavy lifting

Job Qualifications:

Completion of an Apprenticeship Program for Machinist and holds a General Machinist 429A Certificate of Qualification

Minimum 1-3 years direct working experience The ability to Set up, program and operate ACU-RITE NC knee milling machines is an asset.

HAAS CNC set up and operation is an asset.

Positive attitude.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.

Ability to work well as a member of a team.

Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.

Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.

High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.

Ability to work overtime.

Ability to travel.

Growth Focus: Actively seeks mentorship and takes ownership of progressively more complex tasks.



Work towards an Intermediate level position.

Intermediate:

Job Responsibilities:

Read and interpret drawings and determine work and/or repair procedures

Set up and operate to prescribe tolerances on lathes, mills, surface grinders, and saws

Select mechanical measuring, checking and layout tools and devices

Execute measuring, checking and layout operations

Perform metal removing operations using hand and power cutting tools

Fit and assemble parts and sub-assemblies to build special-purpose machinery

Some heavy lifting

Mentor and lead Apprentices and Junior Machinists

Job Qualifications:

Completion of an apprenticeship program for Machinist and holds a General Machinist 429A Certificate of Qualification

Minimum 3-5 years direct working experience The ability to Set up, program and operate ACU-RITE NC knee milling machines.

HAAS CNC set up and operation is an asset.

Positive attitude.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.

Ability to work well as a member of a team.

Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.

Excellent conflict resolutions skills.

Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.

High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.

Ability to work overtime.

Ability to travel.

Growth Focus: Demonstrates technical leadership by identifying continuous improvement opportunities. Works towards a Senior level position.

Senior:

Job Responsibilities:

Read and interpret drawings and determine work and/or repair procedures

Set up and operate to prescribe tolerances on lathes, mills, surface grinders, and saws

Select mechanical measuring, checking and layout tools and devices

Execute measuring, checking and layout operations

Perform metal removing operations using hand and power cutting tools

Fit and assemble parts and sub-assemblies to build special-purpose machinery

Some heavy lifting

Mentor and lead Apprentices, Junior, and Intermediate Machinists

Job Qualifications:

Completion of an apprenticeship program for Machinist and holds a General Machinist 429A Certificate of Qualification

Minimum 5+ years direct working experience The ability to Set up, program and operate ACU-RITE NC knee milling machines. HAAS CNC set up and operation.

Positive attitude.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.

Ability to work well as a member of a team.





Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.

Ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.

Excellent conflict resolutions skills.

Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.

High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.

Ability to work overtime.

Ability to travel.

Qualifications, skills and abilities

Our Benefits:

Protected, professional work environment

Women's Network and Inclusion and Diversity Committee

Employee training, development, tuition and professional fee reimbursements

Competitive salary and profit-sharing plan

Accrual of vacation pay during parental leave

Partial tuition reimbursement for employees’ children

Comprehensive Group Health & Dental Benefit Plan for single employees and those with families. Complimented by an Employee assistance and wellness program

Matching Registered Retirement Savings Plan and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan up to 5%

Subsidized onsite cafeteria

Annual performance review

Casual business dress

Referral Bonus: Earn up to $3,000 if you recommend an approved permanent hire – family & friends included

Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement

Prodomax Employee Excellence Recognition (PEER) Awards

What we offer:

Competitive Annual Compensation: *$49,700.00 - $68,000.00

- The actual compensation a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Comprehensive benefits: including RRSP matching and healthcare spending account. Performance-based bonuses tied to organizational performance and your success achieving annual project goals set/reviewed annually with your Supervisor

Environment: A collaborative, high-tech culture where creativity and data-driven decision-making are celebrated.

About Prodomax

Prodomax Automation Ltd. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive worklplace an we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin,color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disabilitx.

We are commited to meeting the requirements of AODA. Acommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific acommodations because of a disability or medical need. please advice your Human Resources contact when you are selected to participate in the recruitment process.

Have we made you interested in this position?

If so, we look forward to receiving your online application.

Should you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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