Machinist IV

Marotta Controls, Inc.; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Sick days

Personal days

Paid holidays

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Machinist IV to set up and operate conventional and CNC equipment, producing tight-tolerance parts for aerospace and defense markets. You will participate in documentation, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement.

The role requires reading drawings, applying GD&T, and guiding other team members while maintaining safety and quality standards. Overtime and weekend work may be required, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC and manual machine shop equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings and GD&T.
• Ability to generate work instructions and setup sheets.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine shop equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manufacture parts using a variety of tools and materials.
• Inspect components using precision measuring equipment and document results.
• Read technical drawings and advise on manufacturability.
• Train and mentor others in machining processes.
• Coordinate with other departments to complete activities on schedule.
• Prepare work instructions and setup sheets for machining tasks.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Machining

CNC operation

Quality inspection

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC machines (Mills/Centers)

Calipers & Micrometers

Vision systems

Job description

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace three years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference—

Machinist IV

Overview

The Machinist position is responsible for the set-up and operation of various types of conventional and CNC machine shop equipment inclusive of, but not limited to, manual lathes, manual mills, CNC machining centers, Cylindrical Grinders, etc. to produce complex, tight tolerance products. The individual in this role will actively participate in documentation creation and review, troubleshooting, continuous improvement. Additionally, they will advise on equipment selection, set-up/operation, and maintenance. The incumbent must be an individual who can multi-task and perform various machine shop related activities, in a manner that complies with all company requirements with little supervision.

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture production and tooling parts using a variety of tools, equipment, and materials as required
• Set-up and operate machine shop equipment in an effective, efficient, safe and consistent manner
• Effectively perform component/material inspections utilizing the appropriate measuring equipment/instruments. Provide guidance on in-process/final inspection requirements, methods, and tools.
• Competent in measuring parts using precision measuring equipment such as Calipers, Micrometers, Depth gages, Vision Systems, etc.
• Interpret various types of graphs and data used in problem solving, SPC, monitoring of performance metrics, etc.
• Coordinate, execute, document, and bring to closure machine shop related activities, through effective interaction with other departments within the organization
• Generate work instructions, set up sheets, programs, etc. for machining activities
• Read, interpret, and advise about manufacturability on documents (i.e. blueprints/technical drawings, tolerances, GD&T, operation/tool/set-up sheets, routers, procedures, ECN’s, etc.) in an effective manner to produce conforming product on a timely basis
• Set-up and operate various types of CNC and manual machine shop equipment in an effective, efficient, safe and consistent manner to support customer requirements, with little to no supervision
• Review documentation and verify methods, procedures, equipment and tooling can produce conforming product in a safe and efficient manner
• Train and mentor others how to perform machining processes for production products
• Communicate issues w/recommendations to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform troubleshooting activities to resolve issues and provide improvement recommendations.
• Define and perform routine maintenance of equipment.

Additional Duties / Responsibilities

• Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization.
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization
• Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. and support actions to drive company initiatives/goals
• Lead the training of personnel to perform required technical tasks in the machining discipline
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure that work area and equipment is clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment.
• Overtime and weekend work will be required, as job duties demand.
• No travel is expected for this position

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to stand at length (7-8 hours, daily), sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility.
• The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally up to 70 lbs.

Pay Range: $29 - $40 per hour

This position is at our Chaska, MN office location

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.

If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us.