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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 Why This Role Exists This role exists to support continued production demand across multiple industries including automotive, defense, oil & gas, mining, and commercial manufacturing. At Fostet Manufacturing, this position is critical to producing precision-machined components - including medium to large parts - with a strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and on-time delivery. The Work You''ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up and operate CNC lathes to manufacture precision components Select tooling, workholding, and machine parameters for optimal performance Load, run, and edit CNC programs at the machine as needed Establish offsets and verify setups prior to production Perform first-article and in-process inspections Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality Troubleshoot tooling, machine, or process issues Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications Maintain accurate setup sheets, production logs, and quality records Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve efficiency Machines, Controls & Software You''ll work with equipment such as: Machines: Mazak Quick Turn Nexus 450-II M (large-capacity turning, live tooling) Hyundai WIA and Fortune CNC lathes Large-swing machines capable of long components Controls: Mazatrol / Fanuc-type interfaces CAM Software: Mastercam (offline programming support) Inspection Tools: Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and precision measuring tools Materials You''ll Work With Aluminum Mild and alloy steels Stainless steel Industrial metals used in heavy-duty applications What We''re Looking ForRequired 5+ years of CNC lathe experience in a production environment Strong setup skills (tooling, workholding, 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 Mazak, Fanuc, Haas, or similar controls Experience editing G-code at the machine Experience with prototype through high-volume production Experience machining larger components or long parts Live tooling or mill-turn exposure Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Fostet Manufacturing because of: Clean, organized, professional shop environment Modern CNC equipment with large-part capability Diverse and technically challenging work Stable workload across multiple industries Strong emphasis on quality and craftsmanship Collaborative team culture that values skilled tradespeople Opportunities to contribute ideas and process improvements 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 production needs 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. Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later.