CNC Machinist - Lake

At a Glance

• Company: Howmet Aerospace
• Location: Big Lake, Minnesota
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $25 – $40/hr (based on experience)
• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Shift Differential: +20%
• Overtime: Paid after 8 hours per day
• Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level
• Work Authorization: U.S. work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)

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This role supports long-term production needs at Howmet’s Big Lake facility, part of the company’s aerospace structures business. Machinists here are responsible for producing precision parts and assemblies that meet exact aerospace and defense requirements.

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In this role, you will:

• Plan machining and assembly sequences
• Set up and operate CNC machining equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Assemble machined components into finished assemblies

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• Machines: CNC mills, lathes, and grinding equipment (3-, 4-, or 5-axis)
• Controls: Siemens, Fanuc
• Inspection Tools: CMMs, micrometers, indicators, height gages

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Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of machinist experience
• Blueprint and specification reading ability
• Experience setting up and operating machine tools
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred (Not Required):

• Trade school training or extended machining experience
• Multi-axis machining exposure
• GD&T knowledge
• ERP system experience

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• Aerospace-grade metals including titanium and advanced alloys

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• Pay: $25 – $40/hr DOE
• Shift Differential: 20%
• Overtime: Paid after 8 hours/day
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Day 1 eligibility
• 401(k): 4.2% match + additional 3% company contribution (7.2% total)
• Target Performance Pay: 5%
• PTO + 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks at 100% pay
• Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program

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Interested machinists can apply directly through hire

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