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Prototype CNC Mill Machinist - 1st Shift

Challenge Machine and Manufacturing an Assurance Manufacturing Company

Blaine (MN)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

Challenge Machine and Manufacturing is seeking a Prototype CNC Mill Machinist to join our team. This role involves setting up and operating CNC mills to produce precision parts for the Semiconductor, Medical and Aerospace industries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining, attention to detail, and the ability to follow complex specifications. We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment where employees can thrive.

Benefits

Medical/HSA
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

  • 2 years of manufacturing experience required.
  • 1 year of general machine operating experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of drilling, boring, and milling operations is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and run CNC mill according to specifications.
  • Inspect parts for conformance to customer specifications.
  • Maintain equipment and supplies efficiently.

Skills

Analytical
Communication
Computer Skills
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Time Management
Ability to Multitask

Education

High School diploma or equivalent
Certificate in machine shop technology or machine tool technology

Tools

CNC Mill
Calipers
Micrometers

Job description

Challenge Machine and Manufacturing, a part of Assurance Manufacturing, is 100% employee owned. We are currently seeking a Prototype CNC Mill Machinist (Set Up) for our 1st shift.

Challenge Machine is a small contract machine shop that serves the Semiconductor, Medical and Aerospace industries. We machine a variety of smaller components made from exotic plastics and both ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

The Prototype CNC Mill Machinist (Set Up) is responsible for machining of parts to meet customer specification and maintain a high level of quality.

Prototype CNC Mill Machinist Responsibilities:

  • Set up and run CNC mill to machine parts to customer supplied print/specifications.
  • Follows Gibbs CAM program for machining operations and tooling requirements.
  • Make adjustments to program and machine as necessary in order to meet print.
  • Inspect parts for conformance to specifications.
  • Conducting physical first article inspection at machining station.
  • Follows ISO and 6S procedures.
  • Communicate shop needs to management.
  • Keeping necessary records.
  • Maintaining equipment and supplies.
  • May run more than one machine simultaneously.
  • Maintains clear and honest communication at all times.
  • Learns and applies the latest relevant knowledge to the work.
  • Follows work order procedures and routings.
  • Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
  • Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered. Follows Control of Nonconforming Product Procedure.
  • Follows procedures in relation to inspection of parts.
  • Crosstrain in other areas of the plant as necessary to meet production demands.
  • Adhere to all safety rules and guidelines.
  • Keep the work environment safe and tidy.

Prototype CNC Mill Machinist Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent education required. Certificate in machine shop technology or machine tool technology/machinist preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year of general machine operating experience.
  • Knowledge of operations including drilling, boring and milling etc. employing recognized tooling and procedures and where tolerances are close, but not difficult to maintain is required.
  • Ability to work from programming instructions, operational data and machine setup instructions defining and coding tool arrangements, material clamping methods, machine calibrations and console settings, for operations such as bore, mill, drill, face, thread and occasional profiling contouring.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills.
  • Attention to detail and self motivated.
  • Good teamwork skills.
  • Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong and positive work ethic.
  • Time management skills.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Basic understanding of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
  • Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
  • Basic understanding of mathematics.
  • Ability to measure parts with calipers and micrometers.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that includes medical/HSA, dental, vision, STD, LTD, basic life, voluntary life, vacation, 401k with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and discretionary bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Challenge Machine & Manufacturing 1651 99th Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55449

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