Manufacturing Technician - Caddy Armor

nVent; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in Solon, IA to set up and operate CNC equipment, troubleshoot issues, and support tooling improvements. You’ll read drawings, GD&T, and CAD models to ensure precision and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of direct CNC machining setup experience, strong organization, and proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook. Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of direct CNC machining setup experience.
• Strong ability to read prints, GD&T, and CAD/CAM familiarity is a plus.
• Proficient with standard MS Office tools and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Generate solutions for machining quality issues reported by machine operators.
• Recommend improvements for tool life and cycle times in existing CNC programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues with maintenance personnel to ensure customer delivery.
• Perform mechanical re-alignments of CNC equipment and work holding independently.
• Assist in creating manufacturing documentation and work instructions for new and existing CNC equipment.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering with process, equipment, and tooling improvements.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Supervisors, and outside vendors regarding projects and equipment repair problems.
• Help relocate and install large machinery.
• Understand engineering drawings, schematics, maintenance work orders, or manufacturers’ manuals.
• Handle various assignments and changing priorities.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Use basic hand and power tools, machine tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Skills

CNC machining setup

GD&T

CAD modeling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or trade school preferred

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Generate solutions for machining quality issues reported by machine operators.
• Recommend improvements for tool life and cycle times in existing CNC programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues with maintenance personnel to ensure customer delivery.
• Perform mechanical re-alignments of CNC equipment and work holding independently.
• Assist in creating manufacturing documentation and work instructions for new and existing CNC equipment.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering with process, equipment, and tooling improvements.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Supervisors, and outside vendors regarding projects and equipment repair problems.
• Help relocate and install large machinery.
• Understand engineering drawings, schematics, maintenance work orders, or manufacturers’ manuals.
• Handle various assignments and changing priorities.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Use basic hand and power tools, machine tools, and precision measuring equipment.

YOU HAVE

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical or trade school preferred.
• 3-5 years of direct CNC machining setup experience.
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent print reading skills: GD&T, 3D modeling, and CAD proficiency is a plus
• Computer skills with ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well‑being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well‑being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.