Repair shop machinist - Etobicoke ON

• Perform manual lathe operations to machine shafts, housings, sealing surfaces, guiding surfaces, and other precision components.
• Restore worn or damaged functional surfaces to original or specified tolerances.
• Set up, align, and securely clamp large, heavy, or complex workpieces on manual lathes.
• Perform precision turning, facing, boring, threading, and finishing operations.
• Execute precision grinding, polishing, and surface finishing directly on lathe setups or related manual equipment.
• Operate manual milling machines for repair related machining tasks such as surface restoration, slotting, alignment corrections and modifications.
• Perform precision drilling, reaming, and hole preparation using manual drill presses.
• Carry out machining adjustments required to restore fit, alignment, or functional geometry of components.
• Work to tight tolerances, often in the micrometer range, on critical rotating equipment components.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and surface quality meet engineering and OEM specifications.
• Perfom corrective machining based on inspection findings and repair instructions.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and depth gauges.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED – good foundation in math, physics and mechanical properties
• Completed technical education in mechanical engineering, industrial machining, precision mechanics, or a related field (eg. Vocational apprenticeship as a machinist, toolmaker, or industrial mechanic).
• Strong foundational training in manual machining processes, with emphasis on lathe operations and precision mechanical work.
• Training in metrology and precision measurement techniques is essential, formal certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 3-5 years of hands on experience as a manual machinist in an industrial or repair workshop environment
• Proven experience operating manual lathes for precision machining of components.
• Demonstrated ability to setup, clamp, and accurately dial in large an heavy workpieces on manual lathes.
• Experience with horizontal grinding machines or similar equipment.
• Strong background in precision measurement, including micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and other accuracy measurement device.

• High- level proficiency in manual lathe operation and precision machining techniques.
• Strong ability to set up and align large complex workpieces accurately
• Deep understanding of tight tolecance machining an geometric accuracy
• Skilled in precision measurement and use of metrology tools.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, tolerances, and repair specifications.
• Strong mechanical understanding of rotating equipment and functional surfaces.
• Ability to perform fine finishing operations such as grinding, polishing and buffing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while following structured repair instructions.
• Problem solving ability in adapting machining methods to repair conditions.
• Strong safety awareness in handling heavy and precision components.