Posted 12 days ago
CNC Operator/Machinist - Lathe
@ ARGUS MACHINE CO LTD
Nisku, Alberta
Overview
Argus Machine Co Ltd is hiring multiple full-time CNC Machinists in Nisku, Alberta, for day and night shifts. The role operates and programs CNC lathes and machines from blueprints and production orders, and requires at least 2 years of CNC machining experience. Day shift is Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 4:00 PM, and night shift is Monday to Thursday, 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM, with a $2/hr night shift premium.
Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate and monitor CNC machines
- Read blueprints, schematics and production orders
- Adjust programs during production runs
- Check part accuracy with gauges and measuring tools
- Operate overhead cranes and pallet jacks
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 2 years CNC machining experience
- Ability to read blueprints and schematics
- Lathe experience in machine shop environment
- Journeyman Machinist ticket valued
- Knowledge of oil and gas industry valued
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyman Machinist ticket |
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ARGUS MACHINE CO LTD
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Manufacturing Intelligent Solutions
Full company description
Since 1958, Argus has created world-class quality machined parts, and products, setting industry standards and exceeding quality requirements. Our skilled engineering, design, and sales staff bring knowledge, expertise, and a passion for excellence to every project. With our fully-equipped machining, engineering, and design facility, Argus is capable of handling any size of project you might need. From concept to implementation, our skilled team is invested with you every step of the way to ensure your satisfaction. PRODUCTS: Argus is an industry leader when it comes to energy products, made to exacting standards with quality workmanship. Our engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams can ensure you have the best Pigging Valves, Cementing Equipment, Pressure Switches, and Inline Ball Check Valves on the planet. SERVICES: Argus offers quality manufacturing, threading and engineering services with a quick turn-around time. We hold many Premium threading licenses and can provide you with precisely what you need, made to API-Q1 and ISO 9001:2015 certification standards. Argus has a skilled team of engineering personnel to ensure your project is handled with the utmost precision. Our experienced team is up for any challenge, no matter the size, no matter how difficult.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,260
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 255
- Reported office locations
- 5820 - 97 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 3J1, CA
- 2327 5 St, Nisku, Alberta T9E 8H7, CA
- 215 9 Ave SW, 1500, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1K3, CA
- Business categories
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- ARGUS MACHINE CO LTD
- Argus
- Specialties
- Premium Threading
- API Threading
- Drill pipe repair
- Drill pipe Threading
- CNC
- Machining
- Quality
- Oil and Gas
- LEAN
- Pressure Switch
- Safety
- Oilfield
- Cement Heads
- Threading
- API-Q1
- Pigging Valves
- Manufacturing
- ESG
- Pigging systems
- Isolation Valve
- Pipeline Integrity
- Cementing Equipment
- Pig Launchers
- Pig Receivers
- and Pipeline Pigging
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Since 1958, Argus has created world-class quality machined parts, and products, setting industry standards and exceeding quality requirements. Our skilled engineering, design, and sales staff bring knowledge, expertise, and a passion for excellence to every project. With our fully-equipped machining, engineering, and design facility, Argus is capable of handling any size of project you might need. From concept to…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1958 |
| Specialties | Premium ThreadingAPI ThreadingDrill pipe repairDrill pipe ThreadingCNCMachiningQualityOil and GasLEANPressure Switch |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
| View page |
Since 1958, Argus has grown from a small local business into a global provider of pigging, threading, and manufacturing solutions.
Today, Argus operates two fully equipped manufacturing facilities, supported by certified processes and decades of field experience. We deliver high-quality pigging valves and threading services to diverse industries worldwide—driven by reliability, innovation, and a people-first culture.
Our mission is to support a greener future by helping reduce environmental impact and emissions across the industries we serve. As an employee-owned company, Argus offers rewarding career opportunities in Edmonton and Nisku, Alberta, where employees are empowered to grow, contribute, and innovate.
For more information, please visit our website: argusinnovates.com
For our Core Values, please visit: argusinnovates.com/about-us
About the Opportunity
Argus is looking for multiple full-time CNC Machinists based in Nisku, AB, for both day and night schedules. Day shift is Monday - Friday, 7:15AM-4:00PM, and night shift is Monday - Thursday, from 4:00PM-2:00AM.
Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, this role operates CNC machines safely and efficiently, ensuring products are manufactured accurately and orders are completed on time.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Interpreting production orders, part specifications, material grades, and technical drawings
- Reading and analyzing blueprints and schematics to guide machining processes
- Programming, setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC machines to meet customer specifications
- Adjusting machine programs during production runs to maintain quality and efficiency
- Manufacturing routine and complex parts from raw materials with precision
- Using measuring tools, gauges, and controls to ensure product accuracy and compliance
- Following work order instructions and understanding production sequences
- Safely operating overhead cranes and pallet jacks to move materials and finished products
- Planning and prioritizing workloads to meet production deadlines
- Maintaining CNC machines and ensuring a clean and organized work area
- Completing production documentation and routing finished products appropriately
- Recording production data, including time, quantities, and operations in system terminals
About You
To qualify, you will need a minimum of 2+ years of CNC machining experience and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. A background in machine shop environments, particularly with lathe experience, will also be essential.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Journeyman Machinist ticket (equivalent experience considered)
- General knowledge of products and services within the oil and gas industry
- Understanding of safe work practices, quality assurance standards, and Lean Manufacturing principles
- Experience operating measuring tools, gauges, and shop equipment
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment such as overhead cranes and pallet jacks
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to stay focused in a production-driven environment. You are reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently while contributing to a team to meet tight deadlines.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing role suited to someone who takes pride in precision work, thrives in a structured environment, and is committed to producing high-quality results every time.
About the Benefits
You will receive a competitive hourly rate, based on skills and experience, and a host of excellent benefits, including:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- $2/hr night shift premium
- RRSP matching program after 1 year
- Paid vacation time
- Monthly hot lunches
- Company events and a social committee that fosters a strong team culture
If you share our values and have the skills necessary to succeed in the role, we invite you to apply today!
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