CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift (Forest Lake, MN)

CNC MACHINIST - 2ND SHIFT

Forest Lake, MN direct hire

Schedule: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Pay: $30 - $36+/hour depending on experience

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

A family-owned steel products manufacturer with a long history is adding a CNC Machinist to its in-house tool and die shop on 2nd shift. The local facility has about 70 employees. You will machine the steel components, tooling and dies that keep production running. Dedicated programmers handle CNC programming, so this role is focused on setup, machining and quality.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Set up and machine tooling, dies and steel components following all safety rules and SOPs

- Run a minimum of two CNC machines at one time

- Prepare, cut and grind raw materials used in production

- Set up and run Wire EDM and other shop equipment as needed

- Perform quality checks on all jobs using GD&T and standard inspection tools

- Enter documents and reports in the ERP system as needed

- Cross-train on all machines and help train other machinists

- Recommend process improvements

WHAT YOU NEED

- 5+ years of CNC machining experience, including setup

- Training or certification in CNC machine operation (5+ years of CNC experience considered in lieu of formal training)

- Machining, tooling or die experience preferred

- 2+ years using GD&T and working knowledge of standard inspection tools

- Strong blueprint reading and problem-solving skills

- Able to work independently with minimal supervision and coach others

- Nice to have: G-code (ISO) programming, 5-axis, Mastercam or SolidWorks, GD&T certification

BENEFITS

- Full-time, direct hire with an established family-owned company

- Benefits package offered (details shared during the interview process)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Factory and machine shop setting with loud noise, heat, dust and fumes

- Prolonged standing and walking; frequent stooping, kneeling and reaching

- Frequently lift up to 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs

- PPE required and provided by the company

Equal Opportunity Employer