CNC Mill Machinist – Setup & Operation (4th Axis VMC)

🔎 At a Glance

Company: Fostet Manufacturing Inc.
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Market competitive
Shift: Day and Evening Shifts Available
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Canada
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued production demand and capacity growth across multiple industries, including automotive, defense, oil & gas, mining, and commercial manufacturing.

At Fostet Manufacturing, this position plays a key role in producing precision-machined components with complex geometries and tight tolerances, ensuring quality, reliability, and on-time delivery for customers.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers to produce precision metal components
• Select tooling, fixtures, and workholding for efficient and repeatable production
• Load, run, and edit CNC programs at the machine as needed
• Establish offsets and verify setups prior to production runs
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections to ensure conformance
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, or process issues
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Maintain accurate setup sheets, production records, and quality documentation
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to reduce downtime and improve processes

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• Haas VF-5 series Vertical Machining Centers (with full 4th axis)
• Large-travel VMCs for medium-to-large components

Controls:

• Haas (Fanuc-type interface)

CAM Software:

• Mastercam (offline programming support)

Inspection Tools:

• Calipers, micrometers, gauges, indicators, and precision measuring instruments

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Mild and alloy steels
• Stainless steel
• Various industrial metals depending on project requirements

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience in a production environment
• Strong setup experience (tooling, fixturing, offsets)
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools
• Experience holding tight tolerances
• Solid understanding of machining principles and tooling
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented

Preferred (Not Required)

• Familiarity with Haas, Fanuc, Mazak, or similar controls
• Experience editing G-code at the machine
• Experience with prototype through high-volume production
• Exposure to complex parts or multi-axis machining

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Fostet Manufacturing because of:

• Clean, organized, professional shop environment
• Modern CNC equipment and inspection capabilities
• Diverse, technically challenging work across multiple industries
• Stable workload with long-term customers
• Strong focus on quality and craftsmanship
• Collaborative team culture that values skilled tradespeople
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and process improvements

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: Market-competitive salary based on experience

Benefits

• Company-sponsored health and dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid sick time
• Paid uniform program
• Work boot allowance
• Company-sponsored events

Schedule

• Day and evening shifts available
• Overtime as required based on workload

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Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

Fostet Manufacturing Inc. is committed to accessible recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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