We are seeking a Direct Hire CNC Machine Engineer to join our 1st shift team. Monday - Friday Flexible start time between 6am -8am. Salary Range between $75-90K DOE. Veterans Encouraged to Apply!!! Key Responsibilities: Quality Assurance & Safety: Inspect finished parts using precision instruments to ensure they meet specifications and actively promote a safe working environment. Communication & Teamwork: Effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, external partners, and customers. CNC Programming & Process Development: Develop and write CNC programs for lathes, mills, and grinders. Design and modify fixtures, tooling, programs, and processes using CAD (SolidWorks) and CAM (Mastercam). Tooling & Fixture Management: Design tooling, specify gaging, and manage the requisition and organization of cutting tools and machining/grinding fixtures. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Establish work procedures for new products, monitor machine performance, participate in cost reduction initiatives, optimize equipment setup and cycles, and recommend process improvements. CNC Programming Expertise: Program all plant-wide CNC equipment and develop prototype parts using CAM simulation. Key Skills & Focus: Proficiency in using precision measurement instruments. Strong commitment to safety. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Expertise in CNC programming for various machine types. Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks) and CAM (Mastercam) for design and process development. Ability to design and manage tooling and fixtures. Focus on process optimization and continuous improvement. Experience in prototype development using CAM simulation. Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of experience in machining engineering or a related role, with hands-on experience in CNC operations. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications for effective communication and reporting. Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, Mastercam) and familiarity with technical drawing interpretation. Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and customers. Employment Conditions: Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check. Commitment to comply with all organizational and departmental policies, including maintaining a smoke and tobacco-free environment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • No weekends Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Overview We are seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join our manufacturing team and have an opening on both 2nd and 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating CNC machines to produce precision parts and components according to specifications. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to read blueprints effectively. The CNC Operator will work in a fast-paced manufacturing facility and must ensure that all products meet quality standards. Veterans Encouraged to Apply!!! We're Hiring CNC Machinists for: • 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Monday through Friday) • 3rd Shift: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (Sunday night through Friday morning) What We Offer: • Competitive Pay: $25 to $35/hour • Paid Overtime • Shift Differential • On-the-Job Training: We invest in your success! You'll receive in-depth training to become an expert in your role. • Career Development: Work directly with Production and Engineering Team Members. • Safety First: You'll become OSHA 10 Certified. Your Role: As a CNC Machinist, you will perform precision machining operations to create parts that meet exact specifications. Key Responsibilities: • Machine parts to specifications, performing precision machining operations. • Operate various machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, and grinders. • Set up, adjust, and operate basic and specialized machine tools. • Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts. • Utilize complex technical tools, CAD, and CAM. • Use hand tools as required. • Follow specific processes and procedures as directed. • Ensure work practices adhere to OSHA standards. • Follow all safety standards outlined in policies and procedures. • Perform data entry. What You Need to Succeed: • Experience using complex tools, CAD, and CAM. • Degree or Certification in CNC Machining, Right Skills Now for Manufacturing Course, or equivalent work experience. • Experience in Lean Manufacturing. • Ability to machine parts to specifications. • Knowledge and use of gauges, micrometers, Vernier calipers, and charts to measure tolerance. • Ability to accurately and effectively use computer programs for data entry and reporting. • Ability to learn how to use machinery/equipment as needed. • Mechanically inclined. • Strong attendance record. • Ability to work unsupervised. • Detail process-oriented and organized. • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen. Preferred Skills: • Knowledge of mechanics. • Extensive experience in CNC Machining. • Understanding of the iron foundry process. • Understanding of a manufacturing facility. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.32 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Evening shift • Monday to Friday • Night shift • No weekends Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Join a Leader in Metal Casting – Build Your Career with Us! We're Hiring CNC Machinists for: • 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Monday through Friday) • 3rd Shift: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (Sunday night through Friday morning) MacLean Power Systems (MPS) in Mankato, Minnesota, is a leading force in the metal casting industry, guided by our True North Operating Principles. We are strongly committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations through our ability to be agile. At MPS-Mankato, we don't just offer jobs; we offer careers that involve developing technical skills, mastering technologies, and discovering opportunities for growth. Imagine This: On your drive to MPS-Mankato, you pass over 100 iron castings. Our castings are the backbone of industries you rely on every day. We proudly say that our castings move, feed, power, and heal the world. At MPS, you're not just a machinist but a vital part of something bigger. We're Hiring CNC Machinists for: • 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Monday through Friday) • 3rd Shift: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (Sunday night through Friday morning) What We Offer: • Competitive Pay: $25 to $35/hour • Paid Overtime • Shift Differential • On-the-Job Training: We invest in your success! You'll receive in-depth training to become an expert in your role. • Career Development: Work directly with Production and Engineering Team Members. • Safety First: You'll become OSHA 10 Certified. Your Role: As a CNC Machinist, you will perform precision machining operations to create parts that meet exact specifications. Key Responsibilities: • Machine parts to specifications, performing precision machining operations. • Operate various machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, and grinders. • Set up, adjust, and operate basic and specialized machine tools. • Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts. • Utilize complex technical tools, CAD, and CAM. • Use hand tools as required. • Follow specific processes and procedures as directed. • Ensure work practices adhere to OSHA standards. • Follow all safety standards outlined in policies and procedures. • Perform data entry. What You Need to Succeed: • Experience using complex tools, CAD, and CAM. • Degree or Certification in CNC Machining, Right Skills Now for Manufacturing Course, or equivalent work experience. • Experience in Lean Manufacturing. • Ability to machine parts to specifications. • Knowledge and use of gauges, micrometers, Vernier calipers, and charts to measure tolerance. • Ability to accurately and effectively use computer programs for data entry and reporting. • Ability to learn how to use machinery/equipment as needed. • Mechanically inclined. • Strong attendance record. • Ability to work unsupervised. • Detail process-oriented and organized. • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen. Preferred Skills: • Knowledge of mechanics. • Extensive experience in CNC Machining. • Understanding of the iron foundry process. • Understanding of a manufacturing facility. Join Our Team! If you're a motivated and skilled CNC Machinist looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply!
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Mankato, MN, often begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeships or postsecondary programs, which combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Mankato, MN, machinists can earn an average of $1,170 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $13,000 annually. Training through technical colleges, apprenticeships, and on-the-job experience can lead to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
