Machining tool operators
Machining tool operators set up and operate or tend metal-cutting machines designed for repetitive machining work. This unit group also includes workers who etch or chemically mill metal pieces.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 4
Skill Level
QC, MB, SK
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Study job orders and interpret blueprints to determine machining operations to be performed
- Set up and operate machine tools to perform repetitive machining operations, such as turning, milling, drilling, boring, planing, honing, broaching, grinding or other machining operations
- Verify dimensions of parts machined using micrometers, callipers and other precision measuring instruments
- Prepare etching solution and immerse metal parts or workpiece in etching solution to remove unwanted portions
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
- May enter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine tools.
Qualifications
- checkSecondary school education is required.
- checkCollege or other courses in machining may be required.
- checkSeveral weeks of on-the-job training are provided.
- checkSenior positions in this unit group, such as set-up operator, require experience as a machine operator.
Market Outlook by Province
Quebec
The employment outlook will be Moderate for machining tool operators (NOC 94106) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about machining tool operators in Quebec: Approximately 1,600 people work in this occupation. Machining tool operators mainly work in the following sectors: Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 26%Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 12%Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 11%Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 7% 67% of machining tool operators work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 89% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 11% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 21% compared to 12% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 19% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 30% compared to 19% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Manitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for machining tool operators (NOC 94106) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about machining tool operators in Manitoba: Approximately 750 people work in this occupation. Machining tool operators mainly work in the following sectors: Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 53%Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 23%Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 8% 72% of machining tool operators work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of machining tool operators are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 33% compared to 31% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 25% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Limited for machining tool operators (NOC 94106) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about machining tool operators in Saskatchewan: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Machining tool operators mainly work in the following sectors: Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 68%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 32% 73% of machining tool operators work all year, while 27% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 11% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 50% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Limited
Outlook
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Immigration Pathways
TEER 4 occupations typically require a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Not eligible for Express Entry but may qualify through provincial programs.
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Dometic
2 active roles · Richmond, BC
Davis-Standard
2 active roles · Brampton, ON
Wajax
1 active role · Montreal, QC
Rogers Co
1 active role · Toronto, ON
The Gund Company - Canada
1 active role · Fergus, ON
ANDRITZ
1 active role · Windsor, ON
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Operation and Control
to operate and tend machines to perform repetitive machining operations such as turning, milling, drilling, boring, planing, honing, broaching and grinding
Preventative Maintenance
to perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
Quality Control Testing
to ensure each machined part meets exact specifications and tolerances
Control of Settings
to set up and operate metal-cutting machines designed for repetitive machining work
Reaction Time
to respond to machine malfunctions, make adjustments for optimal performance and troubleshoot quality issues quickly
Attention to Detail
to precisely measure and verify dimensions of machined parts using micrometers, callipers and other precision measuring instruments
Knowledge in Manufacturing, Processing and Production
to understand materials, machining processes, quality control and production techniques
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