Applied Physics Specialties, a Wescam company located in a suburb of Toronto, is a design and manufacturing company specializing in custom opto-mechanical lens assemblies and aspheric components.
Wescam offers a challenging and dynamic work environment. Work with leading-edge technology and tools alongside of some of the best thought leaders in our industry in an environment that values work/life balance. Benefits include every 2nd Friday off with pay (9/80 work schedule – in addition to regular vacation and public holidays), free fruit, free bagels on the last day of the week, and much more.
Most of all, Wescam is working towards a noble cause. Our work has a direct link to saving people’s lives and freedom around the world. We truly do make a difference in our work and in the world!

Tasks to be Accomplished
•Read and understand blueprint drawings.
•Program, set-up and operation of CNC lathe and/or mill (2 & 3 axis).
•Manufacturing of high precision opto-mechanical components to tolerances of 5 microns.
•Design and manufacture jigs and fixtures as job spec requires.
•Measuring and inspecting of manufactured components to comply with drawing specifications.
•Creation of work instructions to ensure ease of job repeatability.
•Properly follow all AS911 regulations.
•Work closely with engineering in the areas of troubleshooting, lean manufacturing and preventive error management.

Skills Required
•Proficiency in programming, setting up and operation of CNC lathe and/or mill with minimal supervision.
•Ability to operate manual lathe, mill and drill press.
•Ability to read blueprints with good DG & T knowledge.
•Experienced with Mastercam X, and general computer software is an asset.
•Strong organizational and communication skills, works well under pressure and in a team environment.
•Independent, self starter with good multi-tasking abilities.
•Willingness to learn other skills and take on new tasks as the job demands.
•Prior experience in an AS9100 and Lean Manufacturing facility.
•Very strong overall mechanical aptitude is a definite asset.

Experience & Education Requirements
•Completion of Mechanical Technology Diploma.
•5 to 7 years experience in CNC Precision Machining.
•Experience in an opto-mechanical field is a definite asset.

This is a steady afternoon shift position.

Apply online at L-3 Communications WESCAM – electro-optic and infrared stabilized cameras