Electro Mechanical Technician
About the role
The Engineering Technician/Programmer is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes to produce high-quality precision components. This role works closely with engineers and other machinists to optimize manufacturability, troubleshoot machining challenges, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced medical manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes.
- Develop CNC programs using Mastercam.
- Determine and apply appropriate speeds and feeds for plastics, aluminum, and stainless steel.
- Collaborate with engineers to optimize part designs for manufacturability.
- Design and build fixtures and jigs for machining and inspection.
- Set up machines for operators and provide technical support as needed.
- Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment.
- Inspect and verify quality of parts produced by operators.
- Conduct first article inspections on new setups.
- Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend process improvements.
- Communicate effectively with machinists, engineers, and management.
- Cross-train machinists and operators on various equipment and processes.
Skills & Qualifications
- CNC Programming
- MasterCAM
- Precision Manufacturing
- 2+ years experience in a similar role
- Engineering knowledge
- Troubleshooting skills
- Machinery maintenance
- CNC milling machine operation
- Proficiency in G-code
- Understanding of work instructions
- Lean principles
- Bill of Materials (BOM) management
- Six Sigma principles
- Experience in a precision manufacturing shop
- Ability to design and build machining fixtures and jigs
- Experience with first article inspections
Work Environment & Schedule
The position is based in Rogers, MN, with work conducted in-person. The environment is dynamic and fast-paced, focused on production of medical devices and specialized products with a commitment to supporting innovative medical technologies. Overtime opportunities are available almost every week. The anticipated application deadline is Oct 31, 2026.
- Day shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
- Night shift: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–1:30 AM
Pay & Benefits
Pay range: $57,000 – $77,000 per year. Individual compensation within this range depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
- Health insurance, health savings accounts (HSA), dental insurance, life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) plans with employer matching, plus a profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off (PTO) and tuition reimbursement
- Casual workplace culture with perks such as monthly lunches, popcorn on Tuesdays, and doughnuts on Fridays