This month’s spotlight – Neil Rynsoever is a Red Seal Machinist at Rainhouse. When he’s not at work you can find Neil on the lake paddle boarding, dirt biking, or travelling to Italy.
We asked Neil a few questions to get to know him better, and here is what he had to say.
What do you do at Rainhouse?
I am a Red seal Machinist. I can create parts manually or using a CNC machine. At Rainhouse I am able to program, set-up, and operate all of our machines. The newest machine I am just starting to learn is our the Zeiss Duramax Coordinate-Measuring Machine (CMM).
What do you enjoy most about working at Rainhouse?
I enjoy the company of my fellow colleagues, the friendly atmosphere, working around the dogs, and learning new things. I find everyday is a little different.
What is your favorite aspect of machine manufacturing?
Once I have machined a challenging part, I like seeing the part completed within in specifications, with great surface finishes.
How was the process / journey to become a red seal machinist?
It was fun and challenging. During my second year I did night school one night a week while working full time, made for long days. In my third year I did every Friday. It was nice to be able to focus on the schooling more.
What is something most people do not know about you?
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