Machinist Granton, NS
- New Glasgow, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Build a career that matters with one of the world’s most respected employers!
If you possess a positive outlook, a strong work ethic, a career with Michelin may be ideal for you.
Position Summary
The Machinist is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely manufacturing, modification, and repair of mechanical components used in Michelin manufacturing and maintenance operations. This role supports production reliability by producing precision parts using manual machining equipment, including lathes, mills, and electric discharge machines (EDM), while working from drawings, sketches, and technical documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. has been recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 Employers in 2026. Our employees remain with Michelin because they find purpose in their careers and align with the company's mission. In fact, more than 97 percent of Michelin employees choose to continue their journey with us each year.
Apply now and begin your career journey with Michelin today!
Why Michelin?
We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!
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If you possess a positive outlook, a strong work ethic, a career with Michelin may be ideal for you.
Position Summary
The Machinist is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely manufacturing, modification, and repair of mechanical components used in Michelin manufacturing and maintenance operations. This role supports production reliability by producing precision parts using manual machining equipment, including lathes, mills, and electric discharge machines (EDM), while working from drawings, sketches, and technical documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate manual machining equipment including lathes, mills, and electric discharge machines (EDM)
- Operate supporting shop equipment such as surface grinders, drill presses, and saws
- Manufacture, modify, and repair parts from detail drawings, sketches, or sample components
- Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Perform machine setup, fixturing, alignment, and datum establishment
- Use EDM processes to manufacture precision features in hardened or difficult‑to‑machine materials
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges
- Apply mathematical calculations including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry related to machining
- Identify material types, metal properties, and basic heat treatment considerations
- Troubleshoot machining and EDM issues to achieve required quality and tolerance
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with Michelin safety standards
- Support maintenance, reliability, and production teams to reduce equipment downtime
- Participate in continuous improvement activities
- Machinist certification, Red Seal an asset but not required
- Demonstrated experience operating manual lathes and mills
- Working knowledge of electric discharge machining (EDM) principles and applications
- Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, blueprint reading, and tolerances
- Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment
Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. has been recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 Employers in 2026. Our employees remain with Michelin because they find purpose in their careers and align with the company's mission. In fact, more than 97 percent of Michelin employees choose to continue their journey with us each year.
Apply now and begin your career journey with Michelin today!
Why Michelin?
- Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.
- Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Business Resource Groups and Inclusion Councils.
- Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter - from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
- Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.
We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!
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Responsibilities
Safely manufacture, modify, and repair precision mechanical components using manual lathes, mills, EDM, and supporting shop equipment. Interpret technical drawings, set up and inspect work, troubleshoot machining issues, and support maintenance, reliability, production, and continuous improvement activities.
Requirements
A machinist certification is required, with Red Seal certification considered an asset but not mandatory. Candidates should have experience operating manual lathes and mills, knowledge of EDM, strong machining fundamentals and blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to work safely in an industrial environment.
Skills
- Manual Lathe Operation
- Manual Mill Operation
- Electrical Discharge Machining
- Blueprint Reading
- Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing
- Machine Setup
- Fixturing And Alignment
- Precision Measurement
- Machining Mathematics
- Material Identification
- Machining Troubleshooting
- Industrial Safety
- Surface Grinding
- Drill Press Operation
- Saw Operation
- Continuous Improvement
Benefits
- Career Development
- Mentorship
- Advancement Opportunities
- Inclusive Work Environment
Visa sponsorship
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- Engineering
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Keywords
- Machinist
- Machinist Certification
- Red Seal
- Manual Machining
- Lathes
- Mills
- Electrical Discharge Machining
- Surface Grinders
- Drill Presses
- Saws
- Mechanical Components
- Detail Drawings
- Blueprints
- Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing
- Machine Setup
- Fixturing
- Alignment
- Datum Establishment
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Indicators
- Gauges
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Metal Properties
- Heat Treatment
- Manufacturing
- Maintenance