Manual & CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

Award Staffing; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 62,400 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Award Staffing is looking for a Manual & CNC Machinist to join their team in Lakeville, MN. The role involves operating conventional machine tools and ensuring precise machining according to specifications. Applicants should have 3 to 5+ years of relevant experience and the ability to lift heavy materials.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage among others. The position offers a direct hire opportunity with a competitive salary range of $62,400 to $104,000.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience operating manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to stand for 9+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional machine tools.
• Interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Select and utilize precision measuring instruments.
• Design and fabricate custom fixtures for machining.
• Perform inspections to ensure zero-defect production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant workstation.

Skills

Manual lathes operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Quality control

Machine maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a machinist apprenticeship or technical program

Tools

CNC machinery

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

About the Opportunity

• Job Title: Manual & CNC Machinist - 1st Shift
• Pay Rate Range: $62,400.00 - $104,000.00 salary
• Location: Lakeville, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM and Friday 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Position Type: Direct Hire

Requirements and Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of hands‑on experience operating manual lathes and mills in a job shop, repair shop, or custom manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a machinist apprenticeship or technical college program in machine tool technology is highly preferred.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to stand for 9+ hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up and operate conventional machine tools, including manual lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, and band saws.
• Blueprint Reading & Planning: Interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) symbols, and job specifications to plan the optimal sequence of machining operations.
• Precision Measurement: Select, calibrate, and utilize precision measuring instruments to verify part dimensions match tolerances often as tight as ±0.0005 inches.
• Tooling & Fixturing: Select appropriate cutting tools, feed rates, and spindle speeds based on the material being machined. Design and fabricate custom fixtures or work‑holding devices as needed for unique jobs.
• Quality Control & Troubleshooting: Perform first‑article and in‑process inspections to ensure zero‑defect production. Diagnose mechanical issues or machining variances and make real‑time adjustments.
• Maintenance & Safety: Perform routine preventative maintenance on manual machinery (lubrication, belt adjustments, fluid checks). Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑compliant workstation.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability

AAP/EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug‑Free Workplace/EEO Employer.