The Machinist Career
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Machiniste – Offre E2
Québec
Temps plein
Permanent
Horaire de soir
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Plusieurs postes à combler
À partir de 24,67$ de l’heure
Tu as une formation de machiniste ou tu as de l’expérience dans le domaine ? Tu aimes les défis et aimerais avoir l’occasion de te développer dans le domaine ? Tu voudrais faire partie d’une équipe soudée et dynamique ? Nous avons plusieurs opportunités d’emploi à te proposer !
Machiniste – Offre E1
Gaspé
Temps plein
Permanent
Horaire de jour flexible
Contrat à durée indéterminée
Plusieurs postes à combler
À partir de 24,00$ de l’heure
Tu as une formation de machiniste ou tu as de l’expérience dans le domaine ? Tu aimes les défis et aimerais avoir l’occasion de te développer dans le domaine ? Tu voudrais faire partie d’une équipe soudée et dynamique ? Nous avons plusieurs opportunités d’emploi à te proposer !
Training Requirements to Become a Machinist
To work as a machinist in Quebec, it's essential to complete a professional diploma in machining techniques. This 1,800-hour program can be found at various educational institutions. Usually, a 120-hour internship in a machine shop is needed at the end of the training to secure a machinist position.
In some cases, obtaining a professional specialization certificate in numerical control machine tool machining may be necessary to operate specific equipment like a boring machine. This program is shorter than the machining diploma, encompassing only 885 hours.

Machinist Skills and Responsibilities
Machinists are industrial workers responsible for producing metal parts and operating the required machines. They must use specialized tools and assemble parts following exact criteria and instructions.
Machinists are also in charge of repairing and maintaining the equipment and machines used in their work. The tools they use include milling machines, drill presses, lathes, and grinders.
A strong foundation in mathematics, mechanics, and the properties of various metals is crucial for manufacturing the required parts. Proficiency in operating procedures is also vital for machinists to meet expected quality standards.
To excel in their role, machinists must visualize parts and equipment in three dimensions, enabling methodical and organized production of requested products and parts.
Precision and attention to detail are also essential for machinists, who need good dexterity to perform their tasks. They must carefully use precision instruments to verify that the product meets the intended dimensions.

Machinist Salary Expectations
The average starting salary for a machinist is around $20 per hour. Notably, machinist jobs are in high demand within Quebec industries, leading to a 100% placement rate.
Whether it's working in a machine shop, vehicle manufacturing plant, or equipment production factory, machinist jobs are abundant in this field.
Additionally, experienced machinists have numerous advancement opportunities, such as becoming a project manager, programmer, or die maker.

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- reading and interpreting assembly plans and diagrams;
- fabricating, assembling, and fitting the structure;
- applying manufacturing, bolting, welding, rigging, and assembly processes.
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