FULL TIME CNC MACHINIST & PROGRAMMER
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce · Willmar, MN · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
About the role
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery, develop precise components, and contribute to innovative production processes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for machining, strong technical expertise, and a commitment to quality and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Setup, operate, edit and program CNC equipment
- Perform jobs with verbal instruction
- Read and understand blueprints
- Inspect parts to print
- Determine the most cost effective tool usage and procedures for the job while maintaining quality and safety requirements
- Determine machining/finishing operations, tooling and fixture requirements, operation sequence, procedures, quality and tolerance targets
- Determine cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts and cutting tools/holders to be used based on the knowledge of metal properties, shop mathematics, charts and tables
- Determine tool life and machine adjustment requirements
- Understand, generate and maintain job process documentation
- Design and document fixtures and tooling
- Use proper coolant testing and mixing procedures
- Excellent math skills for calculating dimensions, tolerances, speeds, feeds, and machining parameters
- Mechanical knowledge of tooling selection, geometry considerations for cutting tools, and the use of precision measuring instruments
- Instruct operators on the procedures required to perform the job
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and quality control procedures throughout all machining processes
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- A passion for machining
- Strong technical expertise
- A commitment to quality and efficiency
- Experience with CNC machinery
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Attention to detail and precision
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience in CNC Machining and Programming
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM software
- Knowledge of ISO standards and quality systems
- Experience with quality control and inspection
Skills
Essential skills include:
- CNC Machining and Programming
- Quality Control and Inspection
- Mathematics for Machining
- Tooling Selection and Geometry Considerations
- Shop Mathematics and Charts
- Tool Life and Machine Adjustment
- Proper Coolant Testing and Mixing Procedures
Benefits
JMD Manufacturing offers:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible work schedule
Pay
$50,000 - $60,000 annually
Schedule
Full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM