PRODUCE PATH · ONTARIO TRADE 429A
General Machinist
A General Machinist cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing. Specifically, a General Machinist:
RED SEAL TRADENON-COMPULSORY IN ONTARIOINDUSTRIAL / MANUFACTURING
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WHY THE WORK MATTERS
Precision machining turns raw material into components other systems depend on.
General machinists interpret drawings, plan setups, operate manual and CNC equipment, and measure parts to demanding tolerances.
8,000 hoursgeneral apprenticeship duration
$60,000estimated median at 2,000 paid hours
Red Seal tradenationally recognized standard
EXPLORE IN ORDER
Four questions. One clearer next step.
WHERE THE WORK LIVES
Real settings for real work
precision machine shopsaerospace and defence manufacturersautomotive supplierstool, mould and die companiesmaintenance and repair facilities
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — General Machinist ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway