Manufacturing Programming Technician III

Daikin Applied Americas; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas is seeking a Manufacturing Programming Technician III in Minnesota, offering a path to impact growth at the world’s largest HVAC company.

You will support efficient production by improving CAM processes, CAD designs, and tooling decisions, while mentoring project teams and coordinating with engineering to cost-optimize products.

This role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cost reduction, and development of software applications as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient usage of programmed materials.
• Provide advanced support to build quality products and meet market demands.
• Study and recommend CAM and internal software improvements.
• Analyze material sizing for production and advise engineering on alternatives.
• Select and arrange tooling purchases with engineering and tooling department.
• Create and adjust complex CAD files and coordinate with engineering for cost improvements.
• Troubleshoot complex machine programming issues.
• Lead cross-functional teams to accelerate schedules and drive cost reductions.
• Develop and maintain software applications as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Mentoring teammates

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

CAM tooling

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:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• 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!