5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist – Day Shift (GibbsCAM / Mazak)

🔎 At a Glance

Company: Mahler Machining Ltd
Location: Coquitlam, BC, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $35 – $40 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional / As Desired
Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3+ years)
Work Authorization: Open to Canadian residents and USA/international candidates (immigration support available)
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

Other: Located in beautiful Coquitlam, BC — an outdoor paradise known for hiking, fishing, hunting, and world-class scenery.

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth and expanding demand for complex, low- to medium-volume precision machining programs.

At Mahler Machining, this position plays a key role in producing high-precision components for industries including aerospace, medical, deep-sea systems, clean technology, robotics, and OEM manufacturing — with a strong focus on quality, repeatability, and craftsmanship.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will take ownership of new parts from drawing to finished component, including programming, setup, and prove-out.

You will:

• Program, set up, and operate 5-axis CNC mills and horizontal machining centers
• Develop efficient toolpaths, fixturing strategies, and machining processes
• Take new parts from blueprint to production-ready workflows
• Machine a wide range of materials including aluminum, steels, titanium, plastics, and brass
• Hold tight tolerances (microns to ±0.005")
• Perform first-article and in-process inspection
• Record measurements and quality data in ERP systems
• Create detailed setup instructions for repeat production
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize cycle times
• Maintain clean, organized machines and work areas
• Collaborate with other machinists, operators, and quality personnel

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with advanced equipment including:

Machines:

• Mazak 5-Axis Machining Centers
• Horizontal Milling Machines
• Vertical CNC Mills

Controls:

• Mazatrol (helpful but not required)

CAM Software:

• GibbsCAM (primary programming platform)

Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and CMM support

Mahler operates a modern, Mazak-focused environment including Integrex mill-turns, palletized horizontals, and multi-axis milling platforms.

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Mild & Alloy Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Brass
• Engineering Plastics

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and setup experience
• Experience machining tight tolerances
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Ability to independently program, set up, and prove out new parts
• Experience machining a variety of materials
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Team-oriented mindset

Preferred (Not Required)

• Horizontal machining experience
• GibbsCAM experience
• Mazak / Mazatrol familiarity
• Experience developing repeatable production processes
• Experience creating setup documentation

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Mahler Machining because:

• Clean, climate-controlled facility
• Modern, state-of-the-art equipment
• High-complexity work — no boring production lines
• Stable, growing company with long-term career potential
• Supportive team environment focused on craftsmanship
• Opportunities to contribute to process development and innovation
• Strong safety and quality culture

Mahler has been a trusted precision manufacturing partner for over 40 years, producing critical components for global customers across many advanced industries.

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $35 – $40 per hour (DOE)
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, life & disability insurance
• Flex health & lifestyle spending accounts
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks (3 weeks after 5 years)
• Paid sick days (5 per year)
• Uniform and safety boot allowance
• Company events and team activities

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional / Available

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About Mahler Machining Ltd

Mahler Machining is a precision contract manufacturer specializing in high-complexity metal and plastic components for a wide range of industries including aerospace, medical, deep sea, energy, robotics, and OEM manufacturing.

Operating from a modern 20,000-square-foot facility in Coquitlam, BC, the company runs a diverse fleet of advanced CNC equipment including multi-axis mills, horizontals, mill-turns, and automated systems. Mahler is ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified and maintains a full quality department with dedicated inspectors and CMM capability.

The company’s culture emphasizes respect, ownership, teamwork, growth, and doing things right — creating an environment where skilled machinists can build long-term careers.

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