About the Role
The Junior Machinist/Junior Lab Technician is responsible for performing machine operations to provide testing laboratory and weld test services for the CWB Group. This role supports day-to-day lab and shop activities, processes test plate orders, maintains records, and handles materials.
Responsibilities
- Operate basic machinery including milling machines, horizontal and vertical band saws, and angle grinders.
- Process test plate orders according to internal procedures and specifications.
- Maintain accurate log sheets and job records.
- Handle shipping and receiving materials and samples.
- Prepare materials and components for testing.
- Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
- Maintain general housekeeping of the lab, ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Assist with basic measurements and inspections using hand tools.
- Support inventory organization and material tracking.
- Ensure all client complaints received are documented and addressed within three business days.
- Handle customer correspondence, including test result emails.
Requirements
- Post-Secondary Education.
- Minimum of 1-2 years welding, metal industry, or testing service-related experience.
- General Machining, Tool and measuring equipment use.
- Practical welding and/or material and process knowledge.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and a minimum knowledge of Excel.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure high accuracy of work.
- Ability to work within scheduled timeframes and set priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
- Interpersonal Skills and ability to work with a team.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ontario Occupation Health & Safety Act and Industrial Reg. 851 knowledge.
- Forklift license.
Skills
- Machining
- Milling machines
- Horizontal band saws
- Vertical band saws
- Angle grinders
- Welding
- Material processing
- Record keeping
- Shipping and receiving
- Material preparation
- Safety procedures
- Housekeeping
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Basic measurements
- Hand tools
- Calipers
- Tape measures
- Inventory management
- Material tracking
- Customer complaint resolution
- Customer correspondence
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Verbal communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Teamwork
- Minimal supervision
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Forklift operation
Location
- Milton, ON Head Office
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Junior
- 1-2 years
Education Level
- Post-Secondary Education
Salary/Compensations
- $48,835.00 to $61,044.00 CAD per year
Benefits
- Competitive salary structure
- Comprehensive medical benefits for you and your dependents
- Flexible work schedule
- RRSP and pension program
- Structured career development
- Education and training opportunities
About the Company
- At the CWB Group, we find fulfillment and inspiration knowing that we are performing meaningful and purposeful work.
- Every day is a new adventure with opportunities to learn from industry leaders and, most importantly, from each other.
- When you join the CWB Group, you become part of a diverse and inclusive, tight-knit team passionate about making a global impact.
- For almost 75 years, our employees have been the backbone of our business, driving our success and extraordinary reputation.
- We challenge our employees to take charge of their careers and provide growth opportunities, tools and resources to reach their goals.
Equal Opportunity
- The CWB Group believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented employees from a diverse candidate pool.
- The CWB Group is committed to providing accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us when applying and we will work with you to meet your needs.
- We welcome applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
