CNC Programmer/Applications Engineer - Brooklyn Park, MN

Morris Midwest Llc; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Applications Engineers to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge CNC technology and provide unmatched customer support. You will be responsible for conducting pre-sale activities, programming CNC machines, and training clients on their operation. The company prides itself on a supportive work environment and offers a competitive salary along with extensive benefits. If you are passionate about machining and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Monthly car allowance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee appreciation events

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with CNC machines required.
• Strong understanding of CAD/CAM software is vital.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-sale activities and customer evaluations.
• Program and set up CNC lathes and mills.
• Train customers on CNC machine operation.

Skills

CNC machining

Customer service

Engineering report writing

Problem-solving

Technical knowledge of machining

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree in machining or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM software

MasterCam

Esprit

Solidworks

Fanuc controls

Okuma controls

Job description

Join a USA Today Top Workplace!

Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Morris Midwest-MN provides CNC machine tools, tooling and accessories, and related engineering and installation and maintenance support services to manufacturers in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Summary of Responsibility:

Within these companies, our Applications Engineers are bringing expertise in the newest technology in machines, cutting tools, and programming software. We need your validated experience to bring innovative ideas to our customers. Morris is looking for the brightest machinists and programmers to offer the best training, problem-solving, customer support, and solutions that are unmatched by our competitors.

What You Will Contribute:

• Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations, and development of turnkey proposals.
• Making accurate cost estimates, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Programming and setting up CNC lathes, CNC vertical or horizontal mills, and Swiss style lathes.
• Developing/implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe setup and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss style lathes, and/or multi-tasking machines.
• Maintaining an in-depth technical knowledge of product lines represented by the company.

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Strong hands-on machining background with at least 2 years of experience with CNC machines.
• Experience on Fanuc and Okuma controls is a plus.
• Proven solid understanding of CAD/CAM software is vital.
• MasterCam, Esprit, and Solidworks experience is a plus.
• Excellent customer service and effective interpersonal skills required.
• Frequent travel throughout our regional territory.

What’s in it for You:

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary.
• Monthly car allowance and fuel.
• Huge opportunities for growth in your professional skillset.
• Able to work with new technology daily.
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance.
• Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
• 10 Company Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee appreciation events and perks.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Mental and physical requirements:

• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Brooklyn Park, MN

Requisition ID#: 1116B