2nd Shift Swiss Turning Machinist

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At IMI, we’re not just creating solutions; we’re building careers. Unlock your potential: do work that matters, grow with us, and be part of a team shaping tomorrow. Here, you can make a real difference—solving complex engineering challenges that make industries smarter, safer, and more sustainable. From the energy that powers homes to the systems that keep the world moving, you’ll help create solutions the world depends on.

We believe in nurturing your wellbeing, too, with strong benefits and flexible policies that help you succeed. At IMI, you’ll find a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive environment where you can truly thrive.

Set‑up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Swiss CNC turning centers. Produce production parts to required tolerances and complete machine set‑ups to the established and documented average set‑up time on all resources in the turning department. Provide troubleshooting and set‑up assistance to other team members. Apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and machining procedures.

Work Environment:
Onsite – Plymouth, MN

Monday – Thursday, 2:30 pm – 1:00 am

$30.00 /hr minimum to $35.00 /hr maximum (plus a 10% shift premium for 2nd shift employees). Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements.

• Follow directions and produce the required quantity of parts on the job traveler.
• Set‑up and produce parts within required tolerances.
• Troubleshoot and correct alarms and non‑conforming measurements.
• Provide troubleshooting and set‑up assistance.
• Pull and return tools per job instructions.
• Follow quality assurance instructions, measure and record inspections, and process non‑conformances that are discovered.
• Responsible for keeping work area in neat condition and following 5S.
• Follow all safety rules regarding machine operations and proper guarding.
• Perform secondary operations when time is allowed between machine runs.
• Maintain various reports, such as job travelers, inspections, downtime, and job follow‑up.
• Follow all policies and procedures per the Policy Manual, Quality Management System, ISO 9001, Quality Manual, Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Program.
• Assist with machine maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with training of equipment and work procedures for new employees, and continuous training for all other turning employees.
• Support shop with improvement activities and projects.
• Perform other shop duties as assigned.

• 5+ years experience with setting up and operating 2–5 axis CNC Swiss Turning machines and bar feeders is required.
• Experience with Stars, Fanuc controls, LNS bar feeders, and IEMCA bar feeders is a plus.
• Sufficient reading and writing ability to follow work instructions and prepare production reports.
• Sufficient visual acuity (corrected) to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect parts produced.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate machines properly.
• Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending.
• Physical strength sufficient to lift and carry 30 pounds.
• Mathematical knowledge including addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
• Knowledge and ability to use inspection equipment such as calipers, dial indicators, micrometers, thread gauges, and video inspection systems.
• Advanced blueprint comprehension.
• Ability to identify and understand common tooling used when performing machining operations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• College/trade school machining diploma desired.

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care—whether that be physical or financial—and offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low‑cost share
• Best‑in‑class 401(k) plan with zero vesting and up to 6%…