CNC Machinist Job Andover area,Minnesota USA,Manufacturing / Production

CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist 1st Shift (6 AM – 2:30 PM) & 2nd Shift (2:30 – 11 PM) openings

Pay Range: $25 – 34/hr, depending on experience

Summary

Our client is actively looking for CNC Set-Up Machinist responsible for performing complete setups and supporting production on (Brother, OKK, and YCM), employing MDI (Manual Data Input) mills and lathes.

This role requires hands-on experience with tooling, fixturing, offsets, and first-article verification, as well as the ability to support and run programs created in Mastercam.

The Machinist plays a key role in maintaining part quality, process stability, and on time production in a precision manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

CNC Machine Setup & Operation
Perform full machine setups on (Brother, OKK, and YCM), employing MDI (Manual Data Input) CNC mills and lathes, including tooling installation, work holding, fixturing, and offset adjustments.
Load, prove out, and run CNC programs generated in Mastercam.
Conduct first-article inspections and make necessary adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications.
Support production runs by monitoring tool wear and making offset or process adjustments as needed.
Mastercam & Process Support
Work from Mastercam-generated programs; make minor edits at the control when required.
Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve setup efficiency, cycle time, and repeatability.
Follow setup sheets, tooling lists, and work instructions to establish consistent processes.
Quality & Inspection
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
Inspect first-piece and in-process parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
Maintain tight tolerances and proactively resolve quality issues.
Continuous Improvement & Safety
Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, fixturing, materials, or machine performance.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, cycle time improvement, and process standardization.

Requirements

3+ years of experience as a CNC Set-Up Machinist on mills and/or lathes
Hands-on experience with Haas and/or DMG Mori CNC machines
Working knowledge of Mastercam and ability to run CAM-generated programs
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
Experience working in a precision, tight-tolerance machining environment

Preferred

Experience with multi-axis machining (4 or 5 axis)
Ability to perform basic CNC program edits at the machine (G-code)
Background in aerospace, medical, automotive, or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing
Familiarity with process documentation and setup optimization