CNC Machinist

Hibbing Fabricators Inc.; Hibbing (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hibbing Fabricators Inc. is a small, family-oriented metal fabrication shop in Hibbing, MN, focused on quality, teamwork, and a positive work environment.

This role requires extensive CNC milling and turning experience, CAD/CAM proficiency, and strong setup skills to produce precision components meeting tight tolerances. We emphasize safety, continuous improvement, and a collaborative culture with opportunities to contribute to tooling, programming, and process optimization in a supportive team

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of CNC milling and turning.
• Experience with CADCAM.
• Programming and job setup experience or equivalent training/education.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision components within required tolerances.
• Use CAD/CAM software, including Mastercam, to create, modify, and optimize CNC programs.
• Review work orders, engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications before production start.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment adhering to safety policies.

Skills

CNC milling and turning

CADCAM

Programming and setup

Education

2-year associate’s degree or machining certificate

Tools

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

Job description

We are a small, family-oriented metal fabrication business where people matter. Our ownership genuinely cares about employees and recognizes the importance of flexibility, teamwork, and creating a positive work environment. We take pride in doing quality work, supporting one another, and working together toward shared success. Through our profit-sharing program, employees have an opportunity to benefit from the company’s performance, reinforcing the value of hard work, accountability, and quality. We bring our team together through monthly all-plant meetings and lunches, an annual employee picnic, and a Christmas party. We believe in treating people well while maintaining high standards, and we value employees who take pride in their work and contribute to the success of the entire team.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of CNC milling and turning experience
• Experience with CADCAM
• Programming and job set up experience or equivalent training/education

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2-year associates’ degree or machining certificate program
• Experience in metal fabrication manufacturing
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards
• Knowledge of MasterCam, tooling procurement and the ability to work in a continuous improvement environment
• Mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance experience

Duties

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE guidelines.
• Follow company quality procedures, work instructions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review work orders, job travelers, engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and customer specifications before beginning production.
• Program, set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision components within required tolerances.
• Use CAD/CAM software, including Mastercam or equivalent, to create, modify, and optimize CNC programs.
• Select, install, and secure appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, work-holding devices, and machine accessories.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment; adjust machine settings as necessary to maintain specifications.
• Optimize machining processes by adjusting speeds, feeds, tool paths, offsets, and tooling to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Monitor machining operations, identify tool wear or equipment issues, and make routine adjustments or minor preventive maintenance.
• Document inspection results, production counts, labor, material usage, traceability, and other required quality records accurately.
• Identify and report nonconforming materials or parts and work with supervisors and quality personnel to resolve issues.
• Ensure finished parts meet blueprint specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards.
• Assist with prototype, first-run, and production jobs and provide recommendations to improve manufacturability, tooling, programming, and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and other departments to resolve machining and manufacturing issues.
• Assist with tooling selection, procurement recommendations, inventory control, and organization of machining supplies.
• Complete assigned jobs efficiently while supporting production schedules, quality requirements, and on-time delivery.
• Cross-train on multiple machines, processes, and equipment to support departmental flexibility.
• Maintain machines, tooling, equipment, and work areas in clean, organized, and production-ready condition.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, quality personnel, and coworkers regarding production status, quality concerns, and equipment issues.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, teamwork, and a commitment to quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and business objectives.