Machine Operator 2

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology manufacturer is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and run CNC machines for precision metal components. The ideal candidate must have at least two years of experience operating CNC machinery, possess good communication skills, and be able to work effectively both independently and in a team. Responsibilities include monitoring machine operations, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a clean work area in compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with CNC machinery.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and work orders.
• Must demonstrate physical strength to handle materials and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to process metal parts.
• Monitor machine operation and ensure product quality.
• Inspect finished products for accuracy and quality.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

G Code programming

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Lazer CNC

Beam CNC

AutoCAD

Job description

About Modular Mission Critical

ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Overview

ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating machines to manufacture precision metal components in accordance with engineering drawings and quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to read technical drawings and interpret shop instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to process metal parts per design specifications.
• Load and unload materials using hoists or manually.
• Monitor machine operation and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality.
• Inspect finished products for accuracy and quality using measuring tools.
• Set up and operate machine metal parts.
• Select appropriate tooling and dies based on job requirements.
• Program sequences into the control panel.
• Check work using measuring tools and templates to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot common issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including PPE usage.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills.
• Communication skills are a must.
• Must be able to work independently as well with others and multitask.
• High School Diploma/GED and 2+ years of experience.
• Experience with Lazer CNC and beam CNC.
• G Code programming.
• Auto Cad not required but will be a plus.

Abilities

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
• May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.