Manufacturing Programming Technician III

daikinapplied; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied in Minnesota seeks a Manufacturing Programming Technician III to influence CAM processes and CAD-driven cost improvements. You will support advanced manufacturing efforts and mentor project teams, shaping the next generation of engineered solutions.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 4–6 years of related experience. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, a 401K with match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4 to 6 years of experience in manufacturing/programming.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient use of programmed materials and maintain quality.
• Analyze CAM and internal software to improve processes.
• Recommend tooling purchases with engineering and coordinate tooling.
• Create and adjust CAD files; partner with engineering for cost improvements.
• Troubleshoot complex machine programming issues.
• Lead small project teams to accelerate schedules.
• Provide detailed cost data for product pricing.

Skills

Advanced CAM

CAD proficiency

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4 to 6 years of experience

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Manufacturing Programming Technician III. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Your Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the efficient usage of programmed materials.
• Provides advanced support to efficiently build quality products and meet market demands.
• Study and recommend techniques to improve existing CAM and internal software products.
• Analyze and determine the most effective material size for production and recommends alternative materials to engineering when appropriate.
• Select and recommend tooling purchases for new equipment in conjunction with engineering and coordinates purchase of tooling with the tooling department.
• Create and adjust complex CAD files and partner with engineering regarding design enhancements for cost improvements.
• Troubleshoots varied and complex machine programming issues.
• Partner across the team in product development, analyze complex data and determine recommendations for cost reduction measures.
• Lead and mentor special project teams, working outside the scope of normal process to facilitate an accelerated schedule.
• Supply management with detailed cost data for product pricing.
• Create and adjust complex CAD files and partner with engineering regarding multifaceted design enhancements for cost improvements.
• Develop and maintain software applications as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4 to 6 years of experience

Your Benefits:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays

Your Benefits:

• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical base pay for this position ranges from $31.73 to $52.29 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!