Turning Machinist 2nd Shift

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Full Time Manual Labor Metal Craft, Elk River, MN, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $26.00 To $37.00 Hourly

This position is eligible for a $3,000.00 Sign On Bonus

Base pay + 15% Shift Pay

2nd shift:
Monday-Thursday 3:30PM – 2:00AM + overtime as needed.

The posted range reflects market-based pay. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and related qualifications.

METAL CRAFT
, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company. Our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.

We are seeking a TURNING MACHINIST to join our team! An ideal candidate is an individual that is passionate about their work and committed to quality, service, excellence, and innovation.

Our Culture is best in class!

“Built right. Every time” is not just a slogan, we build things that make a difference in people’s lives. A career at METAL CRAFT is rewarding for far more reasons than you might imagine. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. We understand there are lots of choices out there, that is why for over 40 years we have been providing stability, a safe and clean environment, challenging work and are invested in the growth of our people to take them as far as they want to go.

• Run and set up a variety of CNC machines to perform turning, boring, threading, and facing on metal and plastic work pieces.
• Read and understand blueprints, job routings, set‑up sheets, and charts for specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Load and set tools while understanding run‑out, tool‑length stick‑outs, and proper holders.
• Recognize, understand, and properly adjust or replace dull or chipped tooling.
• Set and adjust work offsets, tool wear lengths, and cutter compensation.
• Adjust work shift offsets of tools at each station.
• Run more than one machine where cycle time permits.
• Perform quality control documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.
• Straighten parts per work instructions or set‑up sheets.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree in machining or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2-5 years of CNC machinist experience.

• Listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, adapt to shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills and ability to think independently.
• Must be able to work in other areas on an as‑needed basis.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and work well with others.
• Show initiative in work by being a self‑starter, suggesting new ideas for completing a job, giving input on how to improve efficiency, and organizing work time to complete jobs in a timely manner.

• Innovation – We work together.
• Quality – We do what’s right.
• People – We can do it.
• Service – We honor our word.

Non‑exempt (hourly). 2ND shift:
Monday‑Thursday 3:30PM – 2:00AM + overtime.

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO.

Sign On Bonus Detail: The $3,000.00 sign on bonus will be paid out in two payments: $1,500.00 will be paid after completing 90 calendar days of employment, and the remaining $1,500.00 after completing 180 days of employment.

Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.