Machine Operator #1

About Us:

Kubota Materials Canada Corporation specializes in manufacturing high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof. Located in Orillia, Ontario, we lead the industry in quality, advanced technology, and on-time delivery.

Position Overview:

In this role, you will operate manufacturing machinery in our Machine Shop, ensuring quality and efficiency while maintaining safety standards.

Following the completion of your training, you will be required to rotate shifts in accordance with our CBA.

Key Responsibilities:

- Correctly set up and safely operate CNC machines, properly select and edit programs to optimize the machine’s efficiency and output

- Safely follow routing instructions to ISO and company standards in order to maintain quality control and ensure job specifications are met

- Maintain accurate and detailed records on operator worksheets by heat numbers

- Safely operate machines to meet required dimensional tolerances with minimal direction while maintaining product specifications, standards and production output targets

- Be proactive in diagnosing/ resolving and preventing material and equipment issues as incurred

- Without delay, report defective equipment and parts to the Supervisor or Lead Hand(s) to ensure operational safety and production efficiency

- Read and correctly interpret complex drawings and procedures

- Be knowledgeable in safe material handling techniques and safe operation of all material handling equipment

- Accurately use precision measuring and inspection tools as required

- Undertake other related tasks and functions as required

Qualifications:

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

- Completion of a recognized post-secondary CNC Training program or equivalent CNC-specific work experience may be considered

- 2 years’ experience working in a Machining department within a Manufacturing environment, preferred

- Proficient ability to read and interpret drawings and procedures

- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or SAP systems is an asset

- Ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload, and rapidly changing priorities with effective time management and organizational skills.

- Proficient in the use of common precision measuring tools - Vernier, micrometer bore gauges, etc.

- Understanding of machine surface requirements and tolerances

- Ability to safely use overhead cranes and jib hoists to move products as required as an asset

- Proficient in basic math for measurements and calculations

- Must pass required testing

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

- Standing and walking for prolonged periods

- Manual dexterity for handling small parts and tools

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle heavy equipment

- Exposure to high temperatures, molten metal, and noise (PPE required)

- High concentration and focus required in both independent and team settings

Shift Rotation:

Following the completion of training, you will be required to rotate shifts every two weeks, moving between the day, afternoon, and overnight shifts in accordance with our collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

What We Offer:

- Competitive hourly rate as per collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

- Opportunities for skill development and advancement.

- A safe and inclusive work environment with comprehensive health and safety protocols.

- Company pension

- Extended Health care, Vision care, Dental care – from start date

- Life insurance

- Employee assistance program

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer which considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation prohibits discrimination based on these or any other category protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $29.40 per hour

Benefits:

- Company pension

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Vision care

Work Location: In person