Journeyperson Machinist, Shop - Labrador City, NL

Date: Feb 25, 2023

Location:

Wabush, NL, CA, A0R 1B0

Req ID: 25460

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, industrial, and forestry industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton equipment and services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.

Focusing solely on mining, Komatsu Mining designs, manufactures, distributes, and services extensive product lines of highly reliable P&H surface mining equipment and JOY underground mining machinery used to cut, crush, load, and convey coal and industrial minerals worldwide. Customers receive a superior experience through direct relationships with Komatsu Mining's support people and through its services located close to the mines. Komatsu Mining's products and related services are used extensively for the mining of coal, copper, iron, gold, and other mineral resources, and the company employs people worldwide.

Komatsu Mining Corp. offers rewarding experiences and unique growth opportunities:

Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefits package (health & dental, vision coverage, healthcare spending account, and life insurance)
Personal wellness spending account
Company-sponsored registered pension plan (RPP) and matching program.
Safety boot voucher
Paid vacation
Company-supplied tools
4/5 Rating on Glassdoor
Sustainable employment
Ability to be a part of an exciting, innovative company developing new state-of-the-art technology and equipment
Discussion regarding full compensation package conducted upon initial pre-screen

Please visit our website https://www.komatsu.com/careers/ for more information.

Job Overview

We are looking to add a Journeyman Machinist, Shop to our Labrador City team.

Shift: 7 x 7, 12 hour days

Relocation is not provided

Key Job Responsibilities

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and Vernier calipers.
Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders.
Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
Use Oxygen/Acetylene equipment and Electric Welding Machines for the purpose of portable Line Boring Equipment Set up and other tasks as required.
Confirm Calibration of measuring Equipment.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts.
Diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repair, maintain machines.
Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

Qualifications/Requirements

Journeyman Machinist Certification and Red Seal
High School Diploma or GED
5 years Machining experience
Valid Driver's License

Additional Information

More Key Job Responsibilities:

Advise clients about the materials being used for finished products.
Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel in order to exchange technical information.
Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, in order to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products.
Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing.
Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
Install experimental parts and assemblies such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, and batteries into machines and mechanisms.

Komatsu (Joy Global - Canada) is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, and a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.

Note to Recruiters: Komatsu and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Komatsu, directly or indirectly, will be considered Komatsu property. Komatsu will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written, and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.