Machinist - 1st Shift

14000 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

Full-time

• Perform machining operations in accordance with MTS Machine Shop procedures and work instructions.
• Set up machines in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required or apparent.
• Maintain a clean and well‑organized work area.
• Interpret MTS machining prints and meet print requirements; use the Machine Shop routing system.
• Inspect and verify dimensions to required accuracy.
• Provide constructive feedback to area supervisor on quality issues, trends and workload; assist in resolving scheduling and prioritization issues.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work overtime and to meet demands of other workstations.
• Interact and communicate effectively with all colleagues, including supervisors; work as part of a team.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely; identify safety hazards and involve appropriate parties to resolve.
• Initiate creative and/or innovative ideas and demonstrate willingness to implement them.
• Cross‑train in multiple disciplines such as CNC Lathe and Mill, Cylindrical Grinding, Surface Grinding, and Manual Mill and Lathe.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

• One year of trade school or three years of applicable experience in a machine shop environment.

• Understand and apply basic machining knowledge.
• Machining tolerances, measuring equipment, tooling selection, machine setup and operation.
• Common machining symbols on MTS prints.
• Understanding of material characteristics and proper machining techniques.
• Work from proven processes or work instructions to complete daily activities.
• Work holding and fixture use.
• Part inspection for tolerances, surface finish, hardness, and material.

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must stand regularly; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms;

talk or hear. The employee may occasionally sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.