CNC Programmer / Tool & Die Maker

🔎 At a glance

Company: Forte Tooling Technologies
Location: Winnipeg, MB R3T 1T5, Canada
Pay: CAD $65,000–$100,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Weekday shifts with a 4-day workweek available
Experience: Intermediate / Senior
CAM Software: Mastercam preferred

👍 Why join Forte Tooling Technologies?

Forte Tooling Technologies develops precision tooling, molds, patterns, fixtures, and manufacturing solutions for foundries producing complex, high-performance castings. This is an opportunity to take ownership of challenging custom work rather than repetitive production.

You will contribute across programming, setup, machining, tooling assembly, repair, and troubleshooting while collaborating with design engineers and supporting the production team. Projects range from prototypes and one-off assignments to complete production tooling, giving experienced machinists and toolmakers the chance to apply both technical skill and creativity.

Forte offers a competitive CAD $65,000–$100,000 annual salary, a $2,000 hiring bonus, a comprehensive benefits package, RRSP matching, paid breaks, training, and opportunities for advancement. Weekday employees may also have access to a 4-day workweek.

⚙️ What you'll be doing

• Program CNC milling centers and create toolpaths from CAD models
• Set up and operate CNC machining equipment
• Manufacture tooling and precision components to tight tolerances
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve manufacturability
• Fit and assemble new tooling
• Dismantle, repair, and maintain molds, tooling, fixtures, and components
• Troubleshoot tooling and production-related issues
• Support the shop floor with technical guidance and recommendations
• Perform preventive maintenance on machine-shop equipment
• Ensure tooling meets quality and performance requirements

🛠️ Machines, controls & software

• CNC milling centers
• CAD models and CAM-generated toolpaths
• Mastercam experience is preferred
• Machine-shop and tooling equipment

⭐ Shop highlights

• Customized tooling projects rather than repetitive production work
• Precision molds, patterns, fixtures, prototypes, and production tooling
• Collaboration between machining, engineering, and design teams
• 4-day workweek available for weekday shifts
• Shift premiums available for off-shifts
• Paid lunch and coffee breaks
• Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and continuous-improvement rewards

✅ What we're looking for

Required

• Experience programming and setting up CNC milling centers
• Strong machining and fabrication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing and tooling issues
• Experience working with CAM software
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• Mastercam experience
• Tool and die background
• Mold, fixture, or tooling-manufacturing experience
• Experience collaborating with engineering and design teams

👍 Why you'll like working here

If you enjoy challenging custom work, solving manufacturing problems, and building precision tooling, Forte offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects that demand creativity, technical skill, and craftsmanship. You will join a collaborative team that values innovation, invests in training, and provides room to develop your career.

💰 Pay, benefits & schedule

Pay: CAD $65,000–$100,000 per year

Benefits:

• $2,000 hiring bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP matching program
• Paid lunch and coffee breaks
• Absent Time Paid hours
• Work-boot reimbursement
• Safety-glasses reimbursement
• Comprehensive training program
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule: Weekday shifts with a 4-day workweek available. Shift premiums are available for off-shifts.

🏭 About Forte Tooling Technologies

Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Forte Tooling Technologies supports foundries and manufacturers with precision tooling, molds, patterns, reverse engineering, prototypes, and production-support solutions. The company combines engineering, CAD design, machining, and tooling expertise to help customers solve complex manufacturing challenges.

Forte's work spans prototype tooling, one-off projects, and complete production tooling for demanding industrial applications. Its collaborative environment brings machinists, toolmakers, engineers, and designers together to improve manufacturability and solve practical production problems. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, strengthen processes, and continuously improve how work gets done.

🚀 Apply today

Apply through hireCNC to be considered for the CNC Programmer / Tool & Die Maker opportunity with Forte Tooling Technologies.