CNC Machinist II

Tekni-Plex, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Daily Pay

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Tekni-Plex, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to independently program and run LB3000 Okuma and MB-66VB machines. You will support mold machining, perform setups, troubleshoot issues, and document QC results, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with engineering for manufacturability improvements.

The role emphasizes lean projects, root cause analysis, and maintaining tooling and setup instructions with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Independently program and run CNC machines (LB3000 Okuma & MB-66VB).
• Perform setups and changeovers with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot tool breakage, chatter, or machining deviations.
• Conduct in-process inspections and complete QC documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for specified machines.
• Perform tool changes and setups with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize tool paths.
• Support mold machining for repair, refurbishment, and spares.
• Train and mentor junior CNC staff on setups and programming.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability of mold parts.
• Lead Kaizen/Lean projects to reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Lead root cause analyses for defects in machining.

Skills

CNC troubleshooting

Independent work

Problem solving

Quality documentation

Mentoring

Tools

LB3000 Okuma

MB-66VB

CAD/CAM

Job description

Tekni-Plex is a globally integrated company that provides innovative solutions through material science and manufacturing technologies. The TekniPlex Consumer Products division focuses on collaborating with our clients and brands to bring innovative and sustainable solutions to market. Our unique company portfolio brings together industry experts and creative thinkers that work together to push the boundary on what is possible. It is our mission to find solutions that are aligned with client strategies and protect the integrity of our customer brands.

Pay Range $22-$30

Responsibilities:

Intermediate CNC programmer responsible for independently programming and running both LB3000 Okuma and MB-66VB. Supports mold machining, troubleshooting, and process optimization.

• Independently develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for LB3000 Okuma & MB-66VB.
• Perform setups and changeovers with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot tool breakage, chatter, or machining deviations.
• Conduct in-process inspections and complete QC documentation.
• Maintain tooling sheets, fixture drawings, and setup instructions.
• Support mold machining for repair, refurbishment, and spares.
• Train and mentor CNC Programmer I on setups and basic programming.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability of mold parts.
• Participate in Kaizen/Lean projects to reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Lead root cause analysis for machining-related defects.
• Cross-train into Tool & Die repair tasks when needed.
• Analytical thinking for optimizing tool paths.
• Coaching/mentoring ability with junior staff.
• Ownership of assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication with Mold Technicians, Tool & Die, and Supervisor.
• Intermediate CAD/CAM
• Fixture setup and basic design knowledge.
• Strong GD&T interpretation and SPC familiarity.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot machining issues

Ability to commute:

4800 Lina Lane, Dublin, VA, 24084: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD
• Voluntary Buy-Up LTD
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Daily Pay
• Business Travel Insurance
• Legal Plan
• Identity Protection

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.