Machinist

About APPLIED Adhesives

APPLIED Adhesives is the industry leader in helping manage costs, reduce waste, and make entire operations run more efficiently. From adhesives, equipment, parts, and service, we support customers worldwide with world‑class products, visionary leadership, and an agile service team.

We are seeking a Machinist to support our fluid dispensing equipment business. This on‑site position in Brooklyn Center, MN is for local candidates only.

• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, and machining parameters, interpreting GD&T.
• Plan stock inventory and manage ordering and receipt of materials.
• Inspect finished parts for flaws and defects.
• Program and set up mills and lathes, including zeroing, tool registers, and offsets.
• Load feed mechanisms and verify settings by measuring dimensions.
• Maintain specifications and perform drilling, grooving, turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations.
• Adhere to quality assurance procedures and safety regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Identify improvement opportunities to support company objectives and customer expectations.

• Have strong planning and organization skills.
• Are a team‑player.
• Have the willingness to learn and are personally driven to succeed.

• Communicate information so others will understand.
• Operate machinery continuously.
• Move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Observe details at close range.

• Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or Trade School Certification required.
• Minimum 2 years recent machining experience highly preferred.
• Conceptual skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools.
• Functional and technical background, preferably with experience in fluids/hydraulics, controls, instrumentation, tooling, and hand‑eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills using sound judgment.
• Self‑driven with the ability to work independently and within a team.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible and Team‑Oriented work environment
• Generous PTO policy
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities and personal growth

• Leadership
• Collaborative
• Passion
• Integrity
• Relentless Customer Focus

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.