CNC Operator, Mills - Afternoon Shift

Job summary

Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision aerospace components, ensuring parts meet engineering specifications and quality standards. Inspect parts, maintain production records and equipment, troubleshoot machining issues, and support safety and continuous improvement efforts.

Job details

If you have experience as a CNC Mill Machine Operator and are looking for an opportunity to grow and take your career to the next level with an industry leader, we would love to discuss your goals with you! MAGROUP Magnaghi Aerospace, CFN Precision Ltd., offers competitive benefits and a deferred profit-sharing plan with employer contribution and more. We offer a comprehensive Benefits Program, including insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program and a competitive base salary. CFN Precision Ltd. is located at 1000 Creditstone Rd, Concord ON L4K 4P8. CFN Precision is part of MAGROUP Magnaghi Aerospace and specializes in complex precision machined components, kits and assemblies for landing gear and aircraft structures. We help our customers get to market first by ensuring on-time delivery of high quality, complex parts and assemblies. We are seeking experienced CNC Mill Machine Operators to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This role is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-precision landing gear components in accordance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and aerospace quality standards. The successful candidate will ensure product conformity, maintain safety and quality standards, and contribute to continuous improvement within a high-performance manufacturing team environment. Role And Responsibilities Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines (3, 4, and/or 5-axis as applicable). Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications. Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and materials for machining operations. Perform machine setups including tool offsets, work offsets, and first-piece validation. Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, CMM where applicable). Verify parts meet dimensional and tolerance requirements per aerospace standards. Maintain detailed production and inspection records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures. Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency. Troubleshoot machining issues and collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve discrepancies. Perform routine maintenance and ensure equipment cleanliness and functionality. Adhere to workplace safety regulations and company policies. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost control. Qualifications And Requirements High school diploma with additional technical training or apprenticeship in machining preferred. Minimum 3–5 years of CNC milling experience in a precision manufacturing environment (aerospace experience strongly preferred). Strong understanding of CNC programming (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, or equivalent controls). Proficient in reading and interpreting aerospace technical drawings and GD&T. Experience machining high-strength alloys (steel, titanium, aluminum). Knowledge of AS9100 or aerospace quality systems preferred. Diligent and committed to precision and quality. Ability to work independently and within a team-based manufacturing environment. Good documentation and record-keeping skills. Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods as required.

What you’ll do

Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision aerospace components, ensuring parts meet engineering specifications and quality standards. Inspect parts, maintain production records and equipment, troubleshoot machining issues, and support safety and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, with additional machining training or an apprenticeship preferred, along with 3–5 years of CNC milling experience. Candidates should understand CNC controls, aerospace drawings and GD&T, precision measurement, and machining high-strength alloys; aerospace quality-system experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan With Employer Contribution

Listed skills

• Quality Inspection · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Continuous Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• CNC Milling
• CNC Programming
• Machine Setup
• Fanuc Controls
• Siemens Controls
• Haas Controls
• Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Precision Measurement
• Aerospace Machining
• High-Strength Alloy Machining
• Quality Inspection
• Troubleshooting
• Production Documentation
• Preventive Maintenance
• Continuous Improvement

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Engineering