3rd Shift Machine Operator

Safe Fleet; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Safe Fleet in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Machine Operator for the third shift (10:00 PM–6:30 AM) to operate CNC centers and related equipment. You will read prints, set up machines, run programs, perform first-piece and hourly inspections, and maintain KPI data for safety, quality, and delivery.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and 3+ years as a CNC machinist; overtime/weekend availability and reliable attendance are expected. Advanced training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years CNC machinist experience required.
• Advanced degree/trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers.
• Read and interpret component prints/drawings; perform calculations.
• Use calipers and micrometers for measurements; ensure accuracy.

Skills

Read drawings

Precision measurement

G&M codes

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

Haas CNC mills

Fanuc robotics

Amada turret punch

Job description

Third Shift -10:00PM-6:30 AM

As a Machine Operator you will maintain work cell(s) within the manufacturing environment including set up’s, trouble shooting, and operating of CNC Machining Centers and other manufacturing equipment. These will include but are not limited to: Haas vertical machining centers, Fanuc robotic arms, Amada turret punch, and other manually operated machines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC vertical machining centers.
• Ability to read and interpret component prints or drawings, make calculations, and resolve technical problems.
• Must be proficient in the use of measuring devices (i.e., calipers and micrometers).
• Must understand G&M Codes and Macro programing.
• Demonstrate ability to enter and edit programs to ensure proper machine operation.
• Mounting, installing, aligning, and securing tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Utilize knowledge of machining processes to produce quality parts.
• Conduct first piece & hourly inspection to ensure quality standards.
• Successfully demonstrated trouble shooting and problem-solving ability.
• Understands the preventative maintenance requirements of CNC machining centers and Implements maintenance based on defined schedules.
• Understands the 5S and Workplace Organization of work-centers and demonstrates ability to maintain each work area within these guidelines.
• Must demonstrate ability to complete parts to the established production rates.
• Maintain metric documentation and daily reporting of work center performance, KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost.

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years as a CNC Machinist experience is required.
• Advanced degree/trade school preferred.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends, as needed.
• Reliable and dependable attendance.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written form with supervisors and co-workers.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Safety First attitude.
• Setup and Troubleshooting.

Physical requirements include frequent reaching, gripping, and carrying up to 50 lbs., plus frequent standing, stooping, bending, squatting, and walking.

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