CNC Machinist Setup/Operator

Harvey Vogel Manufacturing; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Harvey Vogel Manufacturing in Minnesota is seeking a skilled CNC Setup/Operator on the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 3:15pm-1:45am). You will run CNC and manual equipment to blueprint specs, set up fixtures, and support repeatable production.

You will verify tooling, program checks, and collaborate with Quality to approve first-piece runs. The role requires reading blueprints, GD&T, and performing precision measurements. Overtime may be required to meet customer deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T requirements.
• Ability to set up CNC machines and fixtures for production.
• Proficiency with quality inspection and precision measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC and manual equipment to blueprint specifications and support repeatable production.
• Program verification, tooling checks, and fixture validation prior to startup.
• Coordinate with Quality to approve first-piece inspections and start production.
• Evaluate alternative setups to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Maintain organized work area and ensure machines are ready for the next run.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Quality inspection

Precision measurement

Tools

Mastercam programming

Job description

Who We Are

As an industry leader in custom metal stampings, we are always open to welcoming new talent to our team. If you are motivated, team oriented, and ready to say YES to an exciting career at Harvey Vogel Manufacturing, we have two current openings for 2nd shift, Monday - Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am

CNC Setup/Operator Center Role

As a CNC Setup/Operator, you will produce precision components by running CNC and manual equipment to specification and supporting efficient, repeatable production.

• CNC machine setup and fixturing
• basic G and M code programming as needed
• Mastercam programming (preferred)
• verifying programs, tooling, and fixtures prior to run
• partnering with Quality to approve first-piece and start production
• evaluating alternate setups and machining methods to improve efficiency
• using precision measurement tools (calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, scales)
• monitoring machine performance for issues such as worn tools
• performing preventive maintenance
• inspecting parts to blueprint, GD&T, and quality requirements

Required skills include

• CNC machining
• manual machining
• blueprint reading
• GD&T
• quality inspection
• precision measurement proficiency

A Typical Shift

You’ll start your day on the shop floor reviewing the day’s priorities and confirming prints and inspection expectations. After verifying tooling and fixtures, you’ll settle into a steady production rhythm—checking dimensions at planned intervals, documenting results, and making small, controlled adjustments to keep parts within tolerance. Throughout the shift, you’ll coordinate quick check‑ins with Quality for approvals and communicate status updates to keep work moving. As jobs change over, you’ll transition smoothly between tasks, keeping the area organized and equipment ready for the next run. Occasional overtime supports customer deadlines when demand increases.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Competitive Salary
• and Paid Time Off (PTO)