Machine Shop Technician – Grinder - Weekend Night Shift

The Machine Shop Technician – Grinder role at Collins Aerospace involves ID and OD grinding of large aircraft components. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position requires participation in lean initiatives and adherence to safety protocols. The salary range is CAD 68,555 - 94,359, and the role is onsite in Oakville, Ontario. As a Machine Shop Technician – Grinder, you will be responsible for ID and OD grinding of large chrome and HVOF plated aircraft components. This role requires a high school diploma and 3-5 years of experience in grinding or CNC machining. You will participate in lean initiatives and ensure adherence to safety policies.

Date Posted:

2026-02-12

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-ON-OAKVILLE-1400 ~ 1400 S Service Rd W ~ 1400 SERVICE

Position Role Type:

Onsite

• Collins Aerospace is looking to hire Machine Shop Technician – Grinder, Reporting to the Supervisor – Processing, as the Machine Shop Technician
• Grinding, you will be responsible for general grinding on the weekend night shift.

Work Location: Oakville Facility, Ontario – Canada Shift Hours – Weekend Nights – Friday

• Sunday (6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.)What You Will Do

• ID and OD grinding of large chrome and HVOF plated aircraft components

• Participate in lean initiatives (i.e. 5S, TPM, process improvement teams)

• Communicate and co-ordinate priorities and process issues between operators and shifts

• Observe and adhere to all safety policies and procedures

• Use of Cranes to move parts

• Support and promote continuous improvement, 5S activities and Standard Work Development in the cell.

• Multi-task and operate other machines within the cell.

• Can fully achieve the responsibilities of the position within a training time of 4-6 weeks.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications We Require

• Typically; High school diploma, and 3 - 5 years of experience in Grinding/ Lathe/ CNC Machining.
• Experience with machine shop practices, including lathe, Turning , Vhone and / or Grinding.
• Experience working to close tolerances and solid understanding of blueprint reading and all associated measuring equipment
• The selected candidate has to be eligible to work in Canada; successful candidate must meet all requirements under ITAR and CCGP

Qualifications We Prefer

• Certificate of Qualification (C of Q)
• 3 years of cylindrical grinding experience of large components.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable, and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite:

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

The salary range for this role is 68,555 CAD - 94,359 CAD . The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.

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• Date Posted:2026-02-12Country:Canada Location:CA-ON-OAKVILLE-1400 ~ 1400 S Service Rd W ~ 1400 SERVICEPosition Role Type:Onsite Collins Aerospace is looking to hire Machine Shop Technician – Grinder, Responsibilities
• The candidate will be responsible for ID and OD grinding of large chrome and HVOF plated aircraft components.
• The candidate will participate in lean initiatives such as 5S and process improvement teams.
• The candidate will communicate and coordinate priorities and process issues between operators and shifts.
• The candidate will observe and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• The candidate will use cranes to move parts as needed.
• The candidate will support and promote continuous improvement and standard work development in the cell.
• The candidate will multi-task and operate other machines within the cell. Skills
• Grinding
• CNC Machining
• Lathe Operation
• Blueprint Reading
• Measuring Equipment
• ID Grinding
• OD Grinding
• Lean Initiatives
• Continuous Improvement
• Cranes Operation
• Process Coordination
• Team Collaboration Education
• A high school diploma is required.