GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY: Setup and operate vertical, horizontal 3-6 axis CNC machining centers and CNC lathes.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Setup of machines through use of proper tools, and the most efficient technique. Align vises, fixtures with indicator to be parallel or square to a reference surface. Indicate position of the fixture and parts. Set axis to correct position by using the right numeric code. Load and unload the program.
- Participate in the update and maintenance of set up sheets for all parts through the work center.
- Operate machine with proper guarding in place, report any damaged guarding, tool holders, tools etc. Ensure guards are replaced after set up. Monitor oil levels of machine; keep machine and tools in condition.
- Check the first part and make sure that all the dimensions are within tolerance.
- Change and modify programs where applicable.
- Change tool length and diameter offsets, fixture and pallet offsets.
- Modify and grind cutting tools as required, and use proper feed and speed for maximum efficiency.
- Keep production running; debur and prep parts for loading, or clean parts to reload.
- Check parts, debur, tapping, counter boring and cleaning up tools holders from the previous setup.
- Prepare tools and fixtures for the next job, get new tools, use regrind tools as required. Make sure to plan ahead when special tools may be required.
- Follow Health and Safety Policies and practice safe work habits, industrial hygiene and good housekeeping around benches and machines.
- Identify opportunities for improvement via new tooling, set up reduction concepts and programming changes to improve cost and delivery - Participate in root cause and corrective action identification for inferior quality parts.




- Participate in regular apprentice committee meetings - Accountable to have regular training log process and meetings with journeyman for learning opportunities - All other duties as assigned.

DIMENSIONS

- Ability to use all the available measuring tools such as micrometer, dial gauges, deep micrometer, vernier, measuring block, and height gauges - Ability to create layouts, read and interpret blue prints and drawings - Full understanding of geometric tolerances - Ability to identify wear of cutting tools (inserts, drills, end mills, boring bars, etc.) - Ability to change and set cutting tools - Experience in the aerospace industry an asset - Basic computer skills are an asset, Fanuc or Mazak control knowledge is a must.
- Must be able to attend a day release class once per week for the education portion of the apprenticeship COMPETENCIES:
- Accountability/Dependability - Applied/Continuous Learning - Energy - Flexibility/Adaptability - Listening - Operating Equipment - Safety Focus - Work Standards WORKING CONDITIONS Physical:
- Work is performed in a machine shop setting; - Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and arms; - Use of office equipment including 3-6 axis machines, hand tools, overhead cranes, etc - Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as hard hat, safety shoes, safety goggles, ear plugs, fitted dust mask, etc. as required - Frequent lifting of heavy material up to 50 pounds is required.

Mental

- Must be able to run multiple machines at one time - Must work under deadlines and related stresses in a timely manner - Must be able to handle various personnel and other situations as they arise in a professional manner (handle conflict and directions)

📌 CNC Apprentice (Vaughan)
🏢 Noranco
📍 Vaughan