Tackpoint is a precision bearing manufacturer designing and producing high-performance products for aerospace, space, defense, and oil & gas applications. Our parts operate in some of the most demanding environments in the world, where precision and reliability are critical. These applications include record-setting drilling motors, deep-sea exploration suits, search and rescue camera gimbals, the Canadarm2, and the Canadarm3.

We run state of the art CNC equipment with advanced process controls, enabling consistent, high-tolerance production. Our shop houses the most accurate Coordinate Measuring Machine in Canada, a top of the line Super Precision lathe, an ultra-high speed 5-axis mill, automated finishing, rotary grinding and more. As we expand, we are hiring skilled operators who want to work on challenging, high-value components using premium equipment.

Open Position

- Roughing Operator

Shift

- Day Shift 7:30-4:00
- Regular Overtime Available

Added Compensation

- Competitive Benefits Package
- RRSP matching – 3% of your gross base salary to a max of a $40,000 salary
- Quarterly profit-sharing program
- Eligible company sponsored education and training
- Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years of service
- Health, dental, life and disability insurance
- 3 days of paid bereavement leave per calendar year
- 5 days of paid sick leave per calendar year
- Work boot allowance
- Safety glasses allowance
- 3 weeks of vacation

What You’ll Work On

- Precision bearing components for aerospace, space, and defense systems, and oil & gas
- Tight-tolerance parts with repeatable, controlled processes
- Advanced CNC lathes (Fanuc and Okuma controls, Nakamura and Okuma equipment)





What You’ll Do

- Operate CNC lathes in a high-precision production environment
- Perform setups, tool offsets, and adjustments (based on experience)
- Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
- Maintain strict quality and tolerance requirements
- Follow structured, well-defined machining processes

Additional Perks

- Competitive pay based on experience
- Stable, long-term work with consistent hours
- Work on high spec, mission critical components
- Modern, clean, and highly organized facility
- Advanced equipment and strong process control
- Chance to grow
- Team-oriented environment with a focus on quality and precision

Requirements

- CNC machine operation experience (lathe experience preferred)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers)
- Strong attention to detail
- Reliable and able to work independently

If you are determined to succeed, enjoy learning, and take pride in precision work, we have a career opportunity waiting for you.

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Please try to describe the machines you have used in your past as a CNC Operator.
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Are you okay with us conducting pre-employment background checks/screenings?
- Do you have experience performing roughing operations?
- Please indicate desired hourly wage.

Work Location: In person

📌 CNC Machinist - Day Shift Roughing (Edmonton)
🏢 Tackpoint
📍 Edmonton