You're using an older version of Internet Explorer that is no longer supported. Please update your browser.
Scout Talent

CNC Machinists

Posted 7 days ago

Job Description

  • Build something that matters with a team that takes pride in every detail
  • Earn $25-$30+/hour, with full health benefits, RRSP matching, and strong team perks
  • Join an employee-owned company where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your future is built to last
About Argus

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, threading, and custom machining solutions 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 Edmonton (Nisku), AB, for both day and night schedules. Day shifts are 7:15AM-4:00PM, and night shifts run from 4:00PM-2:00AM, with night shift premiums. 

Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, these roles are responsible for operating CNC machines safely and efficiently while 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 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:

  • Machinist ticket
  • General knowledge of products and services within the oil and gas industry
  • Understanding of safe work practices, quality assurance standards, and Lean Manufacturing principles
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 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

Compensation based on skills and experience, is a hourly rate of $25-$30+, with flexibility for more experienced candidates, 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 bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

About Scout Talent

Who is Scout Talent? Despite what you might be thinking, Scout Talent is not a traditional recruitment agency. Born out of a great idea and an understanding of what employers really want, we provide customized, intelligent recruitment marketing, employer branding and candidate management services to clients throughout Canada and around the World. Our key strength lies in our ability to create unique candidate attraction strategies that enable clients to tap into the best talent pools. We're proud to say that 90% of our clients are repeat business which is testament to the value of our service. At ST, we're revolutionizing the recruitment industry. Our purpose: Connecting people to grow companies, careers and communities.

Industry

Staffing, Recruiting, HR Outsourcing

Company Size

11-50 employees

Application closing date is 2026-05-20

Interested in jobs like this?

Sign up for email alerts
Get job alerts

Work with our Featured Employers

HiredX:

Quarterly Tech
Speed Networking Events

Connecting ambitious talent and recruiters through real-life experiences, we build a bridge between education, opportunity, and meaningful human connection.

Sign up to our events
Job successfully reported

Thank you for helping us identify suspicious behaviour.

Support Assistant

BcJobs Employer Support