CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

Mate Precision Technologies; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Climate-controlled environment

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Mate Precision Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented 1st Shift Machinist in Anoka, MN, to set up and operate CNC and conventional machines, producing precision components to GD&T specifications.

You will inspect your own work with precision measuring tools, review blueprints, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to drive continuous improvement efforts in a climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.
• Experience operating CNC and/or conventional machining equipment.
• Familiar with GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Safety-focused mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and conventional machines to produce precision components.
• Inspect own work using micrometers, calipers, indicators.
• Read blueprints and GD&T requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Support continuous improvement activities (5S, Kaizen).

Skills

CNC Machining

GD&T

Blueprint Reading

Measuring Tools

Quality Focus

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two-year Technical Degree Preferred

Tools

CNC Machines

Conventional Machining Equipment

ERP Systems

Machining Fixtures

Job description

About this position

Are you a detail-oriented machinist who takes pride in producing high-quality parts? Do you enjoy working with precision equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment? At Mate Precision Technologies, we Respect, Support, and Inspire metalworking professionals around the world—and we’re looking for a skilled 1st Shift Machinist to join our team.

This is more than a machine operator role. It’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Mate, people build long-term careers because they’re supported, challenged, and appreciated for the work they do.

In this role, you’ll set up and operate CNC and conventional machines and machining centers to produce precision components while meeting quality, productivity, and delivery expectations.

You’ll work with blueprints and GD&T requirements, inspect your own work using precision measuring tools, and troubleshoot issues to help keep production running smoothly.

You’ll also collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support continuous improvement efforts such as 5S, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping. Success in this role comes from strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, a commitment to quality, and a willingness to support the team.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a two-year technical degree preferred.

Experience operating CNC and/or conventional machining equipment is required, along with strong knowledge of machine tooling, fixtures, machining processes, blueprint reading, and GD&T.

Candidates should be comfortable using precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges, and have basic familiarity with machine programming features and ERP systems.

Strong math skills, communication skills, and a dependable, safety-focused mindset are essential.

Why do people stay at Mate?

Because it’s a place where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters.

We offer:

• Competitive pay ranging from $25.00–$39.36 per hour based upon skill and experience
• 1st Shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Comprehensive benefits including
• medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, PTO, paid holidays, and more
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• An award-winning wellness program that supports work-life balance
• A clean, modern, climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• A team-oriented culture built on Respect, Support, and Inspire

Mate Precision Technologies, headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, is a global leader in metalworking solutions serving customers in more than 85 countries. Since 1962, we’ve built our reputation on precision, innovation, and strong partnerships—with both our customers and our employees.

Salary Information

$25 - $39.36Hourly Wage