CNC Machinist

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CNC Machinist – 2nd & 3rd Shift (Brookings, SD)

Quality Tool is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team. This full‑time, skilled role involves setting up and operating a variety of VMCs, HMCs, and lathes. The position is located at our Brookings, SD facility and is available on the 2nd or 3rd shift. If you are looking to grow your career with a stable, well‑established company that values long‑term employment and offers opportunities for advancement, we encourage you to apply.

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Quality Tool, Inc. is a progressive contract manufacturing company with locations in St. Paul, MN and Brookings, SD. It is committed to remaining on the leading edge of manufacturing capability through the use of highly trained professionals and advanced technology. The company provides precision punching, forming, laser cutting, welding, stamping, machining, turning, mechanical assembly, and laminated bus bar assembly using the fastest and most accurate methods available.

It proudly serves market leaders in the Medical, Industrial Controls, Electronics, Aerospace, and Defense industries.

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools to include Haas, Makino, Miyano, Nakamura, and others, determining speeds and feeds with the ability to align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and accessories.
• Sequence automatic machine operations and define setup requirements, select cutting tools, and program proper feeds and speeds to successfully machine parts.
• Identify optimal manufacturing processes based on part configuration and batch size.
• Inspect work and make necessary notations on work routers.
• The nature of the work is a mix of small to medium quantity runs with frequent set‑ups.

• Two or more years minimum CNC machining and set‑up experience.
• Experience in inspecting your own parts using various dimensional tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T).
• Experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, setting up and operating CNC equipment.
• Good attendance, punctuality, and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Able to work independently, with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

• Competitive wage commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Company paid short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Overtime often available (not mandatory).
• High mix, low volume (large variety).

Full‑time

$23.00 – $26.00 per hour

40 per week

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

• CNC Machinist: 2 years (Required)

• Brookings, SD 57006 (Required)

• Brookings, SD 57006:
  Relocate before starting work (Required)

In person

Quality Tool, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).