Machinist II

City of Shakopee, MN; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Aiken, SC is seeking a Machinist II to operate and maintain precision CNC machinery in the Fabrication department. You will read blueprints and GD&T, verify revisions, perform dimensional inspections, and set up and run multiple machines while maintaining safety and quality.

You will implement tooling changes, offsets, and first-piece checks to ensure production goals are met. You will collaborate with the Fabrication Supervisor, emphasize TPM and 5S practices, and support continuous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year CNC machining experience at Machinist I level or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and process documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment and performing machining calculations.
• Working knowledge of CNC machine setup and operation.
• Ability to perform routine offset adjustments and basic feed and speed modifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and stop work for unsafe conditions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, routers, and process docs.
• Verify revision levels and ensure compliance with drawings and docs.
• Perform dimensional inspections and machine/offset adjustments.
• Set up and operate CNC machining processes to meet safety and production goals.
• Perform tool changes, offsets, program verification, and first-piece validation.
• Install and touch off tooling as required.
• Adjust work offsets to maintain quality and process stability.
• Recover machines from tooling issues while maintaining production.
• Load/unload materials to support production."
• Operate multiple machines safely and efficiently.
• Identify and disposition nonconforming material and scrap.
• Perform daily TPM activities and routine equipment care.
• Escalate issues to obtain additional technical support.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measuring equipment

CNC setup and operation

Offset adjustments

Process documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth micrometers

Comparators

Job description

We are seeking a Machinist II to join our team at Emerson in Aiken, SC! In this role, you will work with the Fabrication Supervisor and will be responsible for various operations within the Fabrication department. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining precision machinery to fabricate high-quality components and parts. If you’re ready to bring your energy and enthusiasm to a dynamic manufacturing team, we want you to join us and help shape our future—

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Follow all safety policies and procedures. Stop work when unsafe conditions exist and immediately report safety concerns to leadership and/or EHS.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, routers, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Verify revision levels and ensure compliance with all applicable drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Perform dimensional inspections and make routine machine, tooling, offset, feed, and speed adjustments as required to maintain product conformance.
• Independently set up and operate assigned CNC machining processes to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity requirements.
• Perform machine setups and changeovers, including tooling installation, offsets, program verification, and first-piece validation.
• Install, replace, and touch off inserts, drills, boring bars, saw blades, recess tools, guide bushings, collets, and other tooling as required.
• Establish and adjust work, geometry, and wear offsets as required to maintain product quality and process stability.
• Recover machines from broken tooling events and routine machine interruptions while maintaining product quality and production requirements.
• Load and unload raw material and completed components as required to support production.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.
• Identify, document, and properly disposition nonconforming material and scrap.
• Perform daily TPM activities, including inspection, lubrication, fluid management, and routine equipment care to sustain machine reliability and performance.
• Escalate programming, tooling, machine, and process issues beyond established procedures when additional technical support is required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment effectiveness.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work area through daily 5S activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Who You Are:

• You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive.
• You encourage healthy conflict and seek cooperative relationships.
• You are open to change and continue to learn and experience new opportunities.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience performing at a Machinist I level or equivalent CNC machining experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and process documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment and performing machining calculations.
• Working knowledge of CNC machine setup and operation
• Ability to perform routine offset adjustments and basic feed and speed modifications to maintain quality and production requirements
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, routers, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, comparators, pitch micrometers, and other inspection tools.
• Ability to effectively communicate quality concerns, production issues, and improvement opportunities with operators, leads, supervisors, engineering, and maintenance personnel.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.