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Machinist - 1st Shift

Weg
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

ELECTRIC MACHINERY COMPANY, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Position : Machinist - 1st Shift

Team : Machining

Primary Objective of Position :

A Machinist is responsible for the setup and operation of CNC and manual machining equipment specifically for our Horizontal CNC Mill machine. A Machinist works within close tolerance requirements to create high quality parts, adhering to safety and quality standards.

Pay Types :

Voluntary weekday and weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type :

Monday - Friday, 7 : 00am - 3 : 30 p.m.

Full-time (Union)

Major Areas of Accountability :

  • Machine high quality parts within tolerance requirements, on a large CNC Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM).
  • Setting up and layout parts, both manually and using your machine to check proper locations and work offsets
  • Read routing information to determine sequence and method of machining.
  • Layout work, partner with Mfg. Engineering related to set up, machining and tooling.
  • Performs preventative maintenance of machines and equipment.
  • Uses electric and pneumatic hand tools.
  • Deburr and hand clean parts.
  • Completes necessary QA / Customer documentation.
  • Maintains a clean work area.
  • Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
  • Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

  • 2 year Machining degree or High School degree with a minimum of 3 years equivalent machining experience (preferred).
  • Can confidently indicate parts to find center, flatness, and square to the spindle.
  • Must have a strong knowledge base of a variety of creative setup methods, outside of standard work holding.
  • A strong skillset for milling, preferably running CNC Horizontal style mill. Preferred experience running Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM)
  • Ability to read design prints, understand geometric design & tolerancing (GD&T) and surface finish requirements.
  • Strong aptitude for using dial indicators, ID and OD micrometers, and other inspection equipment.
  • Ability to set up and run CNC machinery, Horizontal Milling Centers, boring mills, engine or turret lathes, radial or horizontal drilling machines, external / internal grinders.
  • Have the understanding of G&M Codes, CNC program reading, ability to make edits as needed.
  • Ability to operate equipment such as key-seaters, broaches, band saws, sanding equipment, grinders post drills, hydraulic press and propane or oxy-acetylene heating equipment.
  • Understand carbide tooling, feeds and speeds for the machining application.
  • Ability to be certified in overhead crane, Jib crane and forklift operation.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
  • Routinely ascends / descends ladders and stairs.
  • Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
  • Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
  • Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
  • Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
  • Skills Matrix :

    This is a Union Shop. Skills and advancement within the department is documented via the Machining teams Skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Machining Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Machining Team.

    Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
  • 401K with Match 1st month following hire
  • Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
  • Company paid Holidays (12)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
  • Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
  • Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Company provided tools
  • Company provided uniforms (laundered)
  • Company reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Safety Glasses
  • Secure, onsite free parking
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