- Clear mechanical aptitude
- Coachable and open to guidance
- Trade-school/construction background
Forge needs to expand its machining capacity over the next few months, with five junior machinists among a broader plan to hire seven machinists by the end of Q1 2027. Junior hires will be trained in-house because inbound applications have been limited and the local talent pool is small.
You’ll run assigned CNC operations, learn to interpret 3D models and 2D drawings, and progressively build toward independent part production. The primary initial focus is mastering a defined operation—potentially for several months—before taking on more complex work while maintaining Forge’s four-day turnaround and sharing shop-floor feedback with the engineers building manufacturing tools.
What You'll Own
- Run assigned CNC operations and master them before moving to more complex work.
- Learn to read 3D models and 2D drawings and build toward independent part production.
- Maintain quality and pace against Forge’s four-day turnaround.
- Provide feedback to engineers developing shop-floor tools.
- Work assigned daytime, nighttime, or weekend shifts as required.
Technical Requirements
- Machining fundamentals at trade-school level or clear mechanical aptitude.
- Ability or willingness to learn to interpret 3D models and 2D drawings.
- Willingness to learn CNC operations through focused, hands-on training.
Execution and Ownership
- Work effectively in a hands-on, physically demanding shop environment.
- Demonstrate drive, coachability, and willingness to put in the work required to learn the craft.
- Take pride in producing quality parts and progressively increasing independence.
Background
- 1–3 years of experience, as specified for the role.
- Trade-school machining graduate or career changer from construction or another trade.
Location and Visa
- Full-time, in-person role in Toronto, Canada, within commuting distance.
- Able to work assigned daytime, nighttime, or weekend shifts.
- Visa sponsorship is not available.
Nice to Have
- Top-of-class trade-school performance, ideally supported by a professor referral.
- Prior hands-on trade work.
- Previous CNC exposure.
Who Will Thrive Here Hungry learners who want to become highly capable in a hands-on craft, career changers ready to commit to machining, and people who take pride in doing physical work well.