Machinist

Position Overview

Machinists set up and operate a variety of machine tools to precision cut, mill, turn, bore, drill or grind metal and similar materials into parts or products. They study specifications and drawings, calculate dimensions and tolerances, and then measure, set up and manufacture their projects.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables or study sample parts to determine machining operation to be performed, and plan best sequence of operations
• Set up, operate and maintain a variety of machine tools including computer numerically controlled (CNC) tools to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as sawing, turning, milling, boring, planning, drilling, precision grinding and other operations
• Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM) or other specialized measuring instruments
• Report deviations from specifications and tolerances to supervisor
• Complete and maintain inspection reports

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver's license
• Inter-Provincial Red Seal in the trade of Machinist
• Strong problem solving and computer skills
• Must be able to work within strict established safety and work guidelines/rules to complete job
• Will be required to obtain all CPKC certification pertaining to specific tasks and assignments
• CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shifts and days off

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

• Medical and drug testing (including physical, vision, hearing and negative company drug test)
• Background investigation: criminal history check, education verification, driver's license verification and driving history

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities.

Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req
• Department:
  Mechanical Loco
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type:
  Union
• Location:
  
  Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Country:
  Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $46.93/hr
• Job Available to:
  Internal & External