Machinist B - Second Shift

Nidec Corporation; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 33,861 - 39,358; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Generous time-off package, including PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Nidec Corporation is seeking a skilled machinist for on-site work in Mankato, MN. The role involves machining and fitting metal parts, interpreting engineering drawings, and operating CNC machines.

The ideal candidate will have a two-year vocational certificate or degree and a strong understanding of machining practices. Competitive compensation, health benefits from day one, and a generous time-off package are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of machining practices and techniques.
• Ability to operate machine tools and perform machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Machining and fitting metal parts with minimum supervision.
• Setting up and operating machine tools as required.
• Monitoring coolant quality and performing maintenance tasks.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Machining practices

Mechanical principles

Education

Two-year vocational certificate or degree

Job description

Job Summary

Shift: 2nd shift (Monday – Thursday, 4:00p.m. – 2:00a.m.)

Work Location: On‑site, Mankato, MN

Starting Salary: $24.58 to $28.57 per hour plus a 10% shift differential (an additional $2.00 per hour technical differential attainable after meeting CBA criteria).

Pay Frequency: Bi‑weekly

Job Description

Carries through to completion with minimum supervision the machining and fitting of all kinds of metal parts, tools, and machines. Interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, written specifications, and schematics to properly layout and perform work. Sets up and operates all available machine tools and performs progressive machining operations on work involving very close tolerances or unusual requirements. Determines operation sequences. Uses machinists’ hand tools skillfully and determines machinability of metals to select proper tooling and application. Requires experience, trade skill and knowledge of machine‑shop practice. Operation of CNC machines, including working knowledge of programming fundamentals, is required. Work produced must consistently meet specification. Monitors coolant quality and changes coolant as required. Performs daily and weekly TPM tasks with accuracy and consistency. Performs other duties as designated by supervisor in the same salary grade or below.

Education and Experience Requirements

In pursuit (full‑time or part‑time) of a two‑year vocational or accredited school certificate or degree. Once the certificate or degree is awarded and the candidate completes 4,000 in‑house machining hours, progression to MachinistA is possible. Requires knowledge of machining practices and techniques, basic mechanical principles and shop mathematics, setups, tooling applications, operating methods, and machinability of materials. Must be a sole U.S. citizen.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and wellness: comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage effective from day1.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with best‑in‑class company match.
• Work‑life balance: generous time‑off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Education assistance: tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the EEOC website.