CNC Machining Lead / Machinist - 2nd Shift

Award Staffing; Medina (MN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

A Medina, MN-based CNC Machining Lead / Machinist role is available through Award Staffing. The position pays $35.00–$40.00 per hour and operates on the 2nd shift, Monday–Thursday 4:00 PM–2:30 AM.

This temp-to-hire opportunity requires leading by example on the shop floor and performing routine CNC setups and tooling changes. Ideal candidates have several years of CNC experience, blueprint reading, and precision measurement skills, with the ability to lift 50 pounds and work with minimal

Qualifications

• Several years of CNC machining experience.
• Previous experience leading or supervising employees is preferred.
• Ability to independently perform tool changes, machine setups, and troubleshoot CNC equipment.
• Experience with manual machining equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and use hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support two employees operating CNC equipment.
• Perform CNC machine setups, tool changes, and basic troubleshooting as needed.
• Monitor production to ensure quality and efficiency standards are met.
• Assist with scheduling and overseeing secondary machining operations.
• Utilize manual machining equipment for setup and specialty work.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with the production team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Leadership experience

Tool changes & machine setups

Troubleshooting CNC equipment

Manual machining equipment

Reading blueprints

Measuring instruments

Mechanical problem-solving

Self-motivation & supervision

Lifting 50 pounds

Tools

Manual machining equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

About the Opportunity

Job Title: CNC Machining Lead / Machinist.
Pay Rate Range: $35.00–$40.00 per hour.
Location: Medina, MN.
Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday–Thursday 4:00 PM‑2:30 AM.
Position Type: Temp to Hire.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Several years of CNC machining experience.
• Previous experience leading or supervising employees is preferred.
• Ability to independently perform tool changes, machine setups, and troubleshoot CNC equipment.
• Experience with manual machining equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and use hand tools.

Duties and Responsibilities

The role seeks a self‑sufficient machinist who enjoys leading by example and solving problems on the shop floor.

• Supervise and support two employees operating CNC equipment.
• Perform CNC machine setups, tool changes, and basic troubleshooting as needed.
• Monitor production to ensure quality and efficiency standards are met.
• Assist with scheduling and overseeing secondary machining operations.
• Utilize manual machining equipment for setup and specialty work.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with the production team to keep operations running smoothly.

Benefits

• May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick time per year.
• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Short‑term disability.
• 401(k).

AAP/EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug‑Free Workplace/EEO Employer.