Machinist I

Wagner Spray Tech; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

4 weeks PTO

401(k) and company match

Dental

Tuition reimbursement

On-Site Café

Job summary

Wagner Spray Tech in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking a skilled CNC Setup and Operator. This role involves setting up and operating CNC machines to produce quality parts, maintaining safety and cleanliness in the workspace. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in CNC operations and a high school diploma.

Wagner values equity, diversity, and inclusion, and fosters a workplace where every employee feels empowered and supported. Competitive pay starts at $25-32 per hour, plus profit sharing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of work experience as a high level CNC setup and operator.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Safely setup and operate CNC machine tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Meet daily production goals.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Enter data into ERP system.

Skills

CNC setup and operation

Problem solving

G-code understanding

CAM software knowledge

Ability to use precision measuring equipment

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years of technical training or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP system

Precision measuring equipment

SAP

Job description

Your Benefits

• 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
• Starting at 4 weeks PTO per year
• 401(k) and a company match
• Dental
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-Site Café

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. Multi axis mills and lathes, mill-turn machines, Swiss lathes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by following Wagner housekeeping requirements.
• File safety reports as required.
• Meet daily/weekly/monthly production goals.
• 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

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of technical training in related field or equivalent 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.
• G-code understanding required (EIA/ISO).
• 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.