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CNC Set-Up Machinist III 1st Shift

Continental Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc (CEM)
Chaska, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Are you interested in working for a small family-owned business that offers competitive wages and excellent benefits (100% paid employee medical, 50% paid employee dental and vision, paid life insurance, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, PTO & paid holidays).  We have been in business since 1983, ISO certified.  We value our employees, provide quarterly employee luncheons, annual holiday party, newer machines / equipment, a climate-controlled environment in the machine shop & work-life balance.  Looking for long-term employees.

Job Summary

The CNC Set-Up Machinist III independently sets-up computer numerical control (CNC) machines. This position sets up new and repeat jobs, instructs operators on how to run parts, runs production lots, troubleshoots and edits code as necessary, keeps records, communicates with co-workers and managers regarding production runs, and maintains quality and safety standards.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Use advanced techniques to troubleshoot and resolve machine or programming issues.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce machining time through process improvements.
  • Understand, interpret and edit FANUC programming code.
  • Advise the maintenance department or supervisor of any machine issues, crashes, or needed repairs.
  • Set-up and load programs into CNC machines and complete first run part.
  • Load and unload materials and parts manually or using appropriate equipment or tools.
  • Independently operate CNC equipment and observe operations with focused attention.
  • Assure quality by inspecting finished parts; report irregularities or tolerance deviations to supervisor or quality control personnel.
  • Perform tool wear offsets or change inserts to meet tolerance requirements.
  • Monitor progress toward, and meet production goals.
  • Follow, create and help maintain work instructions; complete required daily paperwork.
  • Maintain equipment and worksite by completing housekeeping, preventive maintenance and daily inspection tasks. Perform other tasks as warranted or assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Four years related experience and / or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities
  • Proficiency with CNC machine set-up and operation
  • Experience reading part prints or drawings, and / or machining work orders
  • Experience using standard quality inspection tools and gages
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry & trigonometry to practical situations.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Interpersonal communication skills characterized by honest, professional, respectful communication and effective listening skills
  • Fluency in English verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to meet production goals for quality and quantity
  • Possess or willing to obtain hand tools required to perform daily tasks
  • High level of dependability
  • Flexibility with time and schedule, and availability for overtime when required
  • Company Description

    We are a contract manufacture located in Chaska and Frazee, MN, providing precision machining services, drive shaft components and assemblies, welding, assembly, kitting and stocking programs (with signed agreement). We service a wide variety of clients across North America, with global branches, that come to us for our specialized expertise.

    By partnering with customers across a variety of industries, since 1983, our capabilities have grown substantially to meet their needs and we’ll continue to grow for years to come.

    CEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Company Description

    We are a contract manufacture located in Chaska and Frazee, MN, providing precision machining services, drive shaft components and assemblies, welding, assembly, kitting and stocking programs (with signed agreement). We service a wide variety of clients across North America, with global branches, that come to us for our specialized expertise. By partnering with customers across a variety of industries, since 1983, our capabilities have grown substantially to meet their needs and we’ll continue to grow for years to come. CEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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