Manual Lathe Operator (Brampton)
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Greater Toronto Area, Canada, Canada
$26 to $30 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $26 to $30 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience operating CNC and/or manual lathes.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts, and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled CNC and Manual Lathe Operator to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining both manual and CNC machines to produce high-quality precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications. This role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and efficiency.
This position is 100% on-site at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton
Key Responsibilities
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts, and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled CNC and Manual Lathe Operator to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining both manual and CNC machines to produce high-quality precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications. This role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and efficiency.
This position is 100% on-site at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain manual and CNC lathes, milling machines, and other related equipment.
- Follow production schedules and job orders provided by the supervisor.
- Review blueprints, technical drawings, and samples to ensure accurate dimensions and specifications.
- Take precise measurements and select appropriate tools, fixtures, and cutting speeds.
- Set up machines, adjust feeds and speeds, and monitor performance during operation.
- Conduct quality checks on completed parts, ensuring they meet required tolerances.
- Identify and correct defects; maintain production logs and documentation.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs as required.
- Operate overhead cranes and other material-handling equipment safely.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with company standards and safety policies.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve daily production goals.
- Proven experience operating CNC and manual lathes and milling machines.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, coordination, and troubleshooting skills.
- Skilled in measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Proficient in mathematics (geometry, trigonometry, and measurements).
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to quality.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and the use of PPE.
- Able to operate an overhead crane safely (training or certification an asset).
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2+ years of experience operating CNC and/or manual lathes.
- Experience in a manufacturing or machining environment preferred.
- Apprenticeship or vocational training in machining or mechanical trades is an asset.
- Basic understanding of CNC programming (G-code) is an advantage.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate, set up, and maintain manual and CNC lathes, milling machines, and related equipment to produce precision parts that meet engineering specifications. Inspect finished parts, document production, perform routine maintenance, handle materials safely, and collaborate with the team to meet production goals.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of experience operating CNC and/or manual lathes; manufacturing or machining experience is preferred. Candidates should be able to interpret technical drawings, use precision measuring tools, apply machining mathematics, troubleshoot equipment, and follow safety procedures; machining training, overhead crane certification, and basic G-code knowledge are assets.
Skills
- CNC Lathe Operation
- Manual Lathe Operation
- Milling Machine Operation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Precision Measurement
- Machine Setup
- Tool Selection
- Feed And Speed Adjustment
- Quality Control
- Troubleshooting
- Machine Maintenance
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Mathematics
- Safety Protocols
- CNC Programming
- Communication
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- Manufacturing
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- Engineering
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- CNC Lathes
- Manual Lathes
- Milling Machines
- Engineering Drawings
- Technical Drawings
- Blueprints
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Gauges
- Cutting Speeds
- Machine Setup
- Machine Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Production Schedules
- Job Orders
- Production Logs
- Overhead Cranes
- Material Handling
- PPE
- Safety Protocols
- G-Code
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Precision Machining
- Manufacturing