At a Glance

Company: Mahler Machining Ltd
Location: Coquitlam, BC, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $36 – $50+ per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional / As Desired
Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3+ years)
Work Authorization: Open to Canadian residents and USA/international candidates (immigration support available)
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

Other: Located in beautiful Coquitlam, BC — an outdoor paradise known for hiking, fishing, hunting, and world-class scenery.

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth and expanding demand for complex, low- to medium-volume precision machining programs.

At Mahler Machining, this position plays a key role in producing high-precision components for industries including aerospace, medical, deep-sea systems, clean technology, robotics, and OEM manufacturing — with a strong focus on quality, repeatability, and craftsmanship.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will take ownership of new parts from drawing to finished component, including programming, setup, and prove-out.

You will:

- Program, set up, and operate 5-axis CNC mills and horizontal machining centers
- Develop efficient toolpaths, fixturing strategies, and machining processes
- Take recent parts from blueprint to production-ready workflows
- Machine a wide range of materials including aluminum, steels, titanium, plastics, and brass
- Hold tight tolerances (microns to ±0.005")




- Perform first-article and in-process inspection
- Record measurements and quality data in ERP systems
- Create detailed setup instructions for repeat production
- Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize cycle times
- Maintain clean, organized machines and work areas
- Collaborate with other machinists, operators, and quality personnel

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with advanced equipment including:

Machines:

- Mazak 5-Axis Machining Centers
- Horizontal Milling Machines
- Vertical CNC Mills

Controls:

- Mazatrol (helpful but not required)

CAM Software:

- GibbsCAM (primary programming platform)

Inspection Tools:

- Micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and CMM support

Mahler operates a modern, Mazak-focused environment including Integrex mill-turns, palletized horizontals, and multi-axis milling platforms.

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Materials You’ll Work With

- Aluminum
- Mild & Alloy Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Titanium
- Brass
- Engineering Plastics

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What We’re Looking ForRequired

- 3+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and setup experience
- Experience machining tight tolerances
- Strong blueprint reading skills




- Ability to independently program, set up, and prove out new parts
- Experience machining a variety of materials
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Team-oriented mindset

Preferred (Not Required)

- Horizontal machining experience
- GibbsCAM experience
- Mazak / Mazatrol familiarity
- Experience developing repeatable production processes
- Experience creating setup documentation

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Mahler Machining because:

- Clean, climate-controlled facility
- Modern, state-of-the-art equipment
- High-complexity work — no boring production lines
- Stable, growing company with long-term career potential
- Supportive team environment focused on craftsmanship
- Opportunities to contribute to process development and innovation
- Strong safety and quality culture

Mahler has been a trusted precision manufacturing partner for over 40 years, producing critical components for global customers across many advanced industries.

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $36 – $50+ per hour (DOE)
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance

Benefits

- Extended health, dental, life & disability insurance
- Flex health & lifestyle spending accounts
- Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks (3 weeks after 5 years)
- Paid sick days (5 per year)
- Uniform and safety boot allowance
- Company events and team activities

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM –

📌 5-Axis CNC Programmer (Canada)
🏢 Mahler Machining
📍 Canada