CNC Machinist/Programmer

Our client is a leading provider of precision machining parts to various industries, with a primary focus on Aerospace. We are located in Minneapolis and equipped with the latest machining technologies. Our company prides itself on delivering high-quality machined parts with extremely tight tolerances, which are crucial in the Aerospace industry. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our team and contribute to our success.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance
• 401K plan with 50% company match up to 6%
• Profit sharing
• Generous paid time off policy
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment and technologies, while working in a supportive and collaborative work environment
• Room for growth and advancement within the company
• Chance to be part of a dedicated and passionate team that takes pride in its work

If you are a machinist that likes to think, problem solve and make some very interesting and important parts, please read on!

Summary:
We are looking for an experienced and creative machinist who likes to tackle the toughest work. Machinist who are successful here have solid experience in Job Shop/ Short run shops and are able to program, setup and run their own work. Having a sold foundation in GD&T as well as inspection of in process parts is a must.

Must be able to work with extremely tight tolerances (+/- .0001”) and deliver high-quality finished parts on time and to specification.

Essential Functions:

• Highly efficient use of machine tools and time to make quality parts
• Using Mastercam, create clear, logical programs on High complexity parts, with documentation for other to follow
• Design, create and apply new and complex work holding and fixtures
• Setup new and repeating high complexity parts
• Expertly complete secondary operations such as deburring
• Perform basic to advanced machine preventative maintenance activities
• Collaborate with production management, engineering, and quality to establish effective processes

Competencies:

• Effectively communicate verbally or in writing
• Competent use of Window’s based PC
• Advanced use of CAM software
• Advanced understanding of blue prints
• Ability to use and apply basic math applicable to machining
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and how to apply it
• Advanced ability to troubleshooting/problem solving machine and programming issues on high complexity parts with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain high level of attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of cutting tools and their applications
• High proficiency with measuring tools, e.g. micrometers, calipers, pins, vision system, CMM
• Ability to collaborate with others throughout the organization
• Regularly lift 30-50 pounds

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (required) associate degree in Machine Tool Technology (Highly Preferred)
• GD&T (Required)
• Experience producing tight tolerance parts is both production and prototype environments
• 5+ years’ experience working in ISO or AS workplaces.