CNC Set Up Technician - Day Shift

441 93rd Ave, Coon Rapids, MN 55433, USA

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for performing precision initial Set Up of jobs in machines. Primarily but not limited to Swiss Operations. The role will also serve as the primary back up to the Set Up Readiness Technician. Overall agenda to reduce set up time plant wide though use of SMED system and increased skill. On occasion may be asked to run production or participate improvement projects

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform most critical set ups daily with direction from Production supervisor and Set Up Readiness Technician in a fast efficient manner

2. Lead and Participate in SMED CI Projects to reduce plant wide set up time

3. Provide leadership or mentoring to other machinist performing set ups

4. Assist Set Up Readiness Technician with suggested improvements and document management.

5. Directly back up Set Up Readiness Technician role

6. Promote effective team building within the department and with other departments.

7. Complete required documentation for all jobs responsible for, including entering data into ERP system.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A related machine trades certificate/diploma and five years relevant experience, OR, seven years relevant experience.
• Experience setting up and operating complex machine tools.( Primary Swiss)
• Intermediate ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in the use of machinist hand tools and measuring tools, process planning and inspection.
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience editing programs through machine controls and general understanding of programming
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability in a machine shop environment.
• Previous Set Up experience related to SMED Projects
• Experience using an ERP system.
• Ideal candidate will progress towards Future Programming role

Compensation and Benefits Overview

Starting Pay Range for this position is $34-$42/Hour

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with applicable county or city regulations if they exceed the listed range. Actual pay rates are determined based on various factors, including but not limited to, local labor market conditions, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language proficiency, and other job-specific qualifications.

Employees and their families are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package, including company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), voluntary benefits, supplemental life/AD&D insurance, and the company’s 401(k) plan. Additional benefits include access to an employee assistance program (EAP) for employees and household members, long-term disability coverage, and short-term disability for full-time employees.

Full-time and Part-time employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of service, as well as paid holidays, personal holidays and MN Safe and Sick Time.

441 93rd Ave, Coon Rapids, MN 55433, USA