Machinist - Turning

Activar Incorporated; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Activar Incorporated in Minneapolis is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines to produce metallic and non‑metallic parts. You will read engineering drawings, select cutters and fixtures, and verify dimensions against prints.

The role demands physical work (lift up to 60 lb), adherence to safety and quality standards, and teamwork in a fast‑paced shop. Starting pay is $30.00–$35.00 per hour with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Equivalente de ensino médio ou GED; ou 1 ano de experiência relacionada.
• Capacidade de ler desenhos técnicos e esquemas.
• Boa comunicação e trabalho em equipe.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings to determine setup and sequence.
• Set up and operate CNC, conventional and special‑purpose machines.
• Inspect parts and verify dimensions against prints.
• Select cutters, fixtures and set machine controls.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Report production/quality issues to supervisor.

Skills

Read blueprints

Operate CNC machines

Windows proficiency

Communication & teamwork

Arithmetic & measurement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Bar code reader

Forklift

Computer terminal

Job description

Job Details

Description

POSITION PURPOSE: This position is responsible for setting up and operating conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines and machining centers to machine metallic and or non‑metallic parts by performing the following duties.

Principal Accountabilities

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and blueprints, schematic diagrams, and shop orders/jobs to determine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
• Selects, positions, and secures any cutters or fixtures required in process.
• Inspects and measures work to ensure products are within print specification.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Report immediately to supervisor/lead/manager any and all problems, which may affect safety, equipment, tooling, and/or quality.
• Maintain full working knowledge of all processes.
• Ensure a clean and organized work environment.
• Adhere to all company standards and policies.
• Conduct himself/herself in a professional manner in accordance with company guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to read and decipher CAD prints.
• Ability to operate machines including, but not limited to bar code reader, computer terminal, other electronic devices, and forklift.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and the capacity to learn new systems.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills and effective organizational skills.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Tenacity in overcoming obstacles while maintaining productive and positive working relationships.
• Ability to execute in a rapidly changing fast paced environment that requires strong team work.
• Understanding of all tools, gages, equipment, and other various instruments used to perform position.
• Basic ability to understand blue prints, schematics, and instrumentation diagrams.
• Skill in performing accurate arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; using decimals, percentages, fractions, and ratios.

Required EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D. certification; or 1 year minimum of related experience and/or training.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch.

The employee must regularly lift up to 60 pounds and move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The employee may be required to work with hazardous materials. The employee may be exposed to hot surfaces, hot air, electrical hazards, and flames. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works with moving machinery and occasionally in outside weather.

Starting hourly pay range: $30.00 - $35.00

Benefits Overview

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Community involvement time off
• Dental insurance
• Earned time off
• Employee assistance program
• Family and medical leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Holiday pay
• Life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment
• Military leave
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Weekly pay