
CNC Machinist – Vertical Turning / Horizontal Boring – Day Shift (Fanuc / Haas)
🔎 At a Glance
Company: Ellery Manufacturing Ltd.
Location: Surrey, British Columbia (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Up to $43/hr (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift — Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Canada
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Why This Role Exists
Ellery Manufacturing is expanding to support ongoing demand from major industrial customers across energy, mining, marine, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
This role plays a critical part in producing large, complex custom components where precision, reliability, and craftsmanship matter. You’ll be working on real industrial hardware — not small commodity parts — in a well-equipped shop known for quality and safety.
Ellery Manufacturing has over 47 years of experience delivering precision machining and fabrication services and operates a modern 20,000 sq ft production facility in Surrey, BC.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Independently set up and operate CNC machines
- Machine medium-to-large custom industrial steel components
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding
- Perform first-article and in-process inspections
- Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain quality
- Use overhead cranes and forklifts to safely move materials and parts
- Maintain machines and tooling in good working condition
- Collaborate with team members to solve production challenges
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
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Machines, Controls & Equipment
You may work with equipment such as:
- Vertical turning centers (large-diameter work)
- Horizontal boring mills
- CNC mills and lathes
- Overhead cranes (up to 10-ton capacity)
- Forklifts
Controls and software may include Fanuc and Haas systems.
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Materials You’ll Work With
- Carbon and alloy steel
- Stainless steel
- Medium-to-large industrial components
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What We’re Looking For
Required
- 5+ years of professional CNC machining experience
- Strong setup and operation skills
- Experience machining custom steel parts
- Comfortable handling medium to large components
- Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
- Skilled with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and indicators
- Safe operation of overhead cranes
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently
- Proficient English communication (verbal and written)
Preferred (Not Required)
- Experience with vertical turning or horizontal boring mills
- Forklift experience
- Red Seal / Journeyman certification
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Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Ellery Manufacturing because:
- Established, family-owned company with long-term stability
- Work on large, challenging industrial projects
- Clean, organized, safety-focused environment
- Modern equipment and ongoing facility upgrades
- Skilled, professional team culture
- Competitive pay with benefits
- Consistent daytime schedule with overtime opportunities
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: Up to $43/hr (DOE)
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Full-time permanent employment
- Overtime opportunities
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)
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Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
👉 Apply Now to join a respected industrial machine shop with a strong reputation for quality and craftsmanship.
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Important Note
This opportunity is currently open to experienced candidates who are already located in British Columbia or able to relocate within Canada in a reasonable timeframe.
At this time, the company cannot sponsor work permits or consider applicants living outside Canada.
Fields of study
- CNC
- Machining
- Tool and Die
Required certifications
- General Machinist
Years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
Salary range
- $35 - $45 an hour
Required languages
- English
Required skills
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
CAM Software Experience
- GibbsCAM
CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc
- Haas
- Mazak
- Okuma
