Machinist I

Wagner Group; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4 weeks

401(k) and company match

Profit sharing

Wellness program

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

Parental leave

Long-term care

Employee resource groups

On-site gym

Job summary

Wagner Group is seeking a Machinist I in Plymouth, MN to safely set up and run CNC equipment for quality production parts. The role requires strong CNC setup and machining experience, lean implementation mindset, and ERP data entry to track performance.

We offer a competitive benefits package and a pay range of 25–32 per hour with profit sharing. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement at our Minnesota facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of technical training in related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of work experience as a CNC setup and operator.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Safely setup and operate full range of machine tools to manufacture production parts (CNC Machines and Automation Equipment).
• Maintain a clean and safe work area following Wagner housekeeping requirements.
• Enter data into an ERP system to track scheduled work and KPI information.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as scheduled and report issues.
• Recognize and report machine malfunctions and tooling difficulties.
• Provide ideas and implement manufacturing improvements using lean principles.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC operation

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

GD&T

CAM software

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years technical training

4+ years CNC experience

Forklift certification

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

With more than 2,000 employees at 21locations worldwide, we are one of the market-leading manufacturers of innovative coating technology. Do-it-yourselfers, craftsmen and industrial customers all over the world trust in our innovative products, resource-saving technologies and our personal, fast service. We know that inspiring technology only comes from inspired people. In our quest for ever new, forward-looking technologies, we therefore need talented people who think and act like us: enthusiastic all-rounders, thinkers and doers, technicians and tinkerers who, in all their diversity, respect, trust and complement each other in order to shape the future of coating technology together.

Machinist I

Plymouth, MN, US, 55447

Regular

Full-Time

YOUR BENEFITS

• Starting at 4 weeks PTO per year
• 401(k) and a company match
• Profit Sharing Medical + Company HSA contribution
• Wellness Program
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• 6 Weeks Parental Leave
• Long term care insurance
• Employee Resource Groups
• On-Site Gym

Pay: $25-32hr + profit sharing

Position Objective: The individual in this role will safely set up and operate a variety of CNC equipment to manufacture quality production parts in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely setup and operate full range of machine tools to manufacture production parts and components (CNC Machines and Automation Equipment).
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by following Wagner housekeeping requirements.
• File safety reports as required.
• Follow inspection procedures and processes to guarantee the delivery of quality intolerance parts.
• Adjust machines, tools, and processes to continuously produce good parts.
• Enter data into an ERP system to track scheduled work, material usage, time expended, inspection data, scrap, good parts, PMs requirements, and any other department dependent KPI information.
• Complete daily/weekly/monthly preventive maintenance on equipment. File maintenance requests for support to keep equipment in good working order.
• Recognize, troubleshoot and report machine malfunctions, tooling difficulties, etc
• Provide ideas and implement manufacturing improvements, using lean principles, to drive cost savings.
• Works with internal and external vendors to order required items to complete assigned work.
• Safely operates forklift to move materials and swarf containers as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of technical training in related field orequivalent years of work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 4+ years of work experience as a high level CNC setup and operator.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Safely sets up, loads programs, proves out, adjusts, maintains, and operates all assigned equipment to meet production requirements and goals.
• Works well with others in every situation.
• Ability to be flexible in changes to priorities.
• CAM software knowledge preferred.
• Understanding of GD&T of blueprint specifications.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, mechanical, math and communication skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow machine setup instructions.
• Ability to use a variety of precision measuring equipment.
• Adjust machines, tools, and processes to continuously produce good parts.
• Inspect parts using a quality control plan.
• Ability to use office applications (SAP, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to work with internal and external vendors to order required items to complete assigned work
• Ability to work extended hours and/or varying shifts as requested to maintain adequate coverage during hours of operation.
• Ability and willingness to teach other employees new processes and techniques.
• Basic understanding of Lean and Kaizen methods and practices.

Wagner is dedicated to the ongoing journey of equity, diversity and inclusion. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to be themselves. We don’t discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage you to be your authentic self and share your unique perspectives. If you require any accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know how we can assist you.