Date posted: September 3, 2026
Is This an Existing Vacancy?: Yes — this posting is for an existing role.
Job description:
Who We Are!
EM Dynamics is an exciting group of engineers, technicians and team members that continue to grow in project management, engineering design, and turnkey electromechanical assembly. We provide complex assemblies and systems solutions to medical devices, flying optic and theatre projection, defence & aerospace, and renewable energy sectors worldwide. At EM Dynamics, we have over 50 years of experience and collective knowledge in the manufacturing industry and continue to build on our fundamental belief that people create value.
What Makes Us The Company For You!
Employees are our most incredible resource in working towards a successful future, and together, we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and we invest in our employees. We are passionate about building lasting relationships with our diverse team members and welcome those who appreciate being part of an organization that understands and values new ideas, has pride in workmanship, and is driven to get there together. When you are part of the EM Dynamics family, you join an inspiring tradition in Canadian innovation excellence! We are AS9100 certified.
Our facilities specialize in precision CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication and coating. We are AS9100 Rev C certified. With a continued investment in cutting-edge machinery, we are looking for operators to match. This CNC Setup position will report to the Supervisor of the Machining Department and will be responsible for the setup and operation of 5-Axis CNC machines by performing the following duties.
5-Axis CNC Set up Operator
- Require 2 for Morning Shift: 7:30 am - 3:45, Mon - Fri
- Require 1 for Afternoon Shift: 3:"30pm - 11:45pm, Mon - Fri
- Require 1 for Midnight Shift : 11:30 pm - 7:45 am, Mon - Fri (night premium will be added).
Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Set up machining equipment utilized by the organization to ensure equipment operations are at accepted standards for the type of tooling used.
- Study and interpret drawings, blueprints, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, tools to be used, materials for the job and setup requirements.
- Verify machined parts using precision measuring instruments.
- Ensure workpiece dimensions are correct and establish tolerance criteria.
- Measure, examine and test completed parts, identifying defects and ensuring conformance to specifications and blueprints.
- Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and performing basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
- Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with provincial and federal law, the Company ISO Quality Program and procedures, Company policies and Safety and Environmental Regulations.
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and measure and lay out work piece
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years experience setting up 5 Axis CNC milling machines in a production based manufacturing environment.
- Must have experience with Matsuura 4/5 axis CNC milling centers with Fanuc controls, or DMG 4 axis Horizontal CNC milling centers with DMG Fanuc controls, or DMG 5 axis milling centers with Heidenheim controls
- Advanced knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an intermediate understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not be limited to callipers, ID and OD micrometres, depth gages, indicators and scales.
- Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job.
- Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing for demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry and algebra to calculate material fabrication.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude with the ability to work independently with little supervision.
Experience
- Reading drawings and specifications: 5 years (required)
- Understanding of geometric tolerance & dimensions: 5 years (required)
- 4/5 Axis CNC milling machines in a production/manufacturing: 5 years (required)
- Reading and interpreting blueprints: 5 years (required)
Accommodation Requirements:
We are committed to providing accessible employment practices and will provide accommodations upon request for any part of the application process. If you require any accommodations, please let us know.
Use of AI:
We use artificial intelligence tools to help screen applications during the hiring process.
Job Type: Full-time
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with Matsuura 4/5 axis CNC milling centers with Fanuc controls?
- Do you have experience with DMG 4 axis Horizontal CNC milling centers with DMG Fanuc controls?
- Do you have experience with DMG 5 axis milling centers with Heidenheim controls?
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
