CNC Operator

Company Overview

Flexjet, a recognized and award-winning organization, is currently seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join their team in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.

Role Overview

The CNC Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient fabrication of machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machinery. This includes utilizing Mastercam software, maintaining quality and safety standards, record keeping, and upkeep of equipment and supplies. The main goal is to maximize CNC machine usage, optimizing programs and production operations according to approved design and engineering guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Careful review of work orders, blueprints, and other technical documentation to plan machining operations effectively.
• Loading stock materials into the CNC machine as per operational requirements.
• Verification of machine settings by measuring initial parts and samples, ensuring conformity with specified standards.
• Maintaining part quality through monitoring drilling, grooving, cutting, measuring, troubleshooting malfunctions, adjusting and reprogramming controls, replacing worn tools, and observing quality assurance protocols.
• Strict adherence to all safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Conducting scheduled preventive maintenance following manufacturer guidelines and promptly coordinating repairs to avoid equipment failure or hazards.
• Ensuring seamless workflow and communication between work shifts by documenting all actions, irregularities, and maintenance needs.
• Accurate completion of production and quality logs.
• Engaging proactively in training sessions and keeping updated on industry developments via technical readings.
• Accepting new challenges and responsibilities, seeking opportunities to enhance job effectiveness and help meet organizational objectives.
• Performing additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Vocational school, technical college education, or apprenticeship experience preferred, ideally with 5 to 7 or more years of experience in CNC operation and programming.
• Completed formal training on CNC machinery and programming.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong familiarity with Material Resources Planning (MRP) systems; knowledge of Corridor software is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation accurately.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong computer skills and experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD), especially Model Based Definition Drawings.
• Advanced mathematical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Capabilities to work effectively with diverse coworkers and departments.
• Ability to maintain intense focus amid changing stimuli over extended periods.
• Resilience in managing pressures arising from deadlines, quotas, and accuracy requirements.
• Willingness to undergo on-the-job training according to the FCC Repair Station Manual.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The position pays an hourly rate of $31.23. Additional benefits include a 6% RRSP matching program, 10% deferred compensation, a premium for second-shift work, and eligibility for health, medical, dental, and life insurance coverage for qualified and motivated candidates.

Work Conditions

The role is based in a production environment characterized by constant loud noise exposure and potential contact with hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. The job also involves working near production tools and various aircraft interior components such as divans, chairs, and cabinets, all of which entail occupational safety risks.