Salary Range: CA$30.80 To CA$46.20 Hourly As the largest MTO manufacturer of sprockets in North America, we at Weller, pride ourselves on our ability to tackle the unique challenges our customers bring to us that other shops can’t handle. DROP Sprockets has built a reputation for durability, precision, reliability, and speed to market, serving a variety of industries. As part of Weller Metalworks, we continue to integrate our expertise with the broader capabilities of the platform delivering outstanding customer service through the many value streams we provide.

DROP Sprockets is a leading manufacturer of high-quality sprockets for a variety of industries, including forestry, mining, and agriculture. Our products are known for their durability, precision, and reliability, and we are committed to delivering outstanding customer service to our clients. We are located in the beautiful West Kootenay's region of British Columbia, known for its stunning natural scenery and vibrant community spirit.

Take your career to the next level at one of the metal part manufacturing industry’s leading global partners. We are looking for a Machinist Technician to join our growing team and support our fast-paced, high-volume, made-to-order Sprocket Manufacturer in beautiful South Slocan, BC. Machining & Fabrication Independently set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machinery, including lathes, mills, hydraulic press, drills, saws, and grinders.

Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs to improve cycle times, material utilization, and part quality. Interpret complex engineered drawings, production orders, and job requirements.

Mentor Junior

Machinists in setup techniques, troubleshooting, and best practices.



Quality & Manufacturing Control Conduct advanced inspections of machined parts, verifying tolerances and specifications. Approve first-off parts prior to production runs.

Ensure compliance with revision-controlled drawings and customer specifications. Support quality investigations and collaborate with Quality and Production teams. Production & Process Optimization Review new jobs for manufacturability and identify risks prior to machining.

Reduce setup time, cycle time, and material waste. Coordinate with upstream and downstream processes to support production flow. Support implementation of process improvements and lean initiatives. Shop Maintenance, Safety & Material Handling Oversee protected setup and handling of large or heavy components, including rigging and lifting practices.

Identify hazards related to equipment, setups, and material handling, and take corrective action. Support safe and efficient staging of materials to maintain workflow.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; formal machining certification or apprenticeship preferred.

Experience: 4+ years of CNC and manual machining experience in a manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in CNC programming, setup, and troubleshooting.

Drawing Interpretation: Strong ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Continuous Improvement Mindset: Demonstrated initiative in process improvement and skill development. Competitive wage, benefit package, and long-term employment. A great opportunity to have a long-term career in the West Kootenays with a progressive and growing manufacturing company with roots in the area. #

📌 Senior Technician (Machinist) (South Slocan)
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