Overview

In the role of Lathe Operator – Jr. Rubber Roll Finisher you will work in a manual machining position that is responsible for the finished machining of all elastomer-covered rollers. Operations include but are not limited to facing, trimming, surface finishing, grinding, and grooving. The Roll Finisher is also responsible for more complicated machining operations such as grooving or finishing rollers with custom surface geometries. The Roll Finisher is a diverse roll with ample room for career advancement as a part of the cohesive elastomers manufacturing team. You will report to the Rubber Manufacturing Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate and tend a manual lathe.
  • Strip existing elastomers off of old rollers to be recovered.
  • Study part drawings and descriptions, and work orders for information on specifications and tooling instructions, and to determine material finish requirements and operational sequences.
  • Position, secure, and align cutting tools in tool-holders on machines, using hand tools, and verify their positions with measuring instruments.
  • Move tool-holders manually or by turning hand-wheels, or engage automatic feeding mechanisms to feed tools to and along workpieces.
  • Move controls to set cutting speeds and depths and feed rates, and to position tools in relation to workpieces.
  • Inspect sample workpieces to verify conformance with specifications, using instruments such as gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
  • Face, trim, and rough machine rollers.
  • Smooth machine finish and groove rollers and standard grind finish on rollers.

Requirements

  • Experience in a production environment and/or with plastics is an asset
  • 1+ years’ experience with a manual lathe
  • Extensive Jobbing shop experience
  • Experience with Steel, Aluminum, Plastics
  • Ability to Read and Interpret Technical Drawings
  • Works will with Minimum Supervision
  • Welding Knowledge and Asset but not required

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and profit sharing
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Vacation time
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Supportive culture
  • Healthy and positive work environment

If this role is of interest to you, please send us your resume.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

Schedule:

  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
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