CNC Machinist Position

Job Summary:
As a CNC Machinist at Mesabi Control Engineering, you will be responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining machine parts for production. This is a full-time hourly position on our rotating shift, with a rotating schedule that includes day and afternoon shifts. Overtime may be required.

Key Responsibilities:
• Operate and maintain lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, CNC machines, and other common machine equipment.
• Follow prints, sketches, instructions, and procedures to ensure quality and accuracy of fabrication and specifications.
• Assist the R&D Department as needed.
• Report any production problems to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Operate, maintain, and repair pneumatic and measuring equipment.
• Operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes.
• Follow instructions using SP's, SWI, SJPs, and TWI breakdowns, as applicable.
• Problem-solving and finding solutions.
• Perform work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Requirements:
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Knowledgeable in areas of machining, blueprint, and technical reading required.
• General knowledge of various metals.
• Detail-oriented, precise, and accurate.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly by both written and verbal means.
• Dependability under both supervised and unsupervised conditions, be a team player.
• Basic math skills, read tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Experience working with CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other shop equipment.
• Ability to lift to 50-75lbs consistently, bend, stand, twist, pull, and push heavy objects.
• Ability to lift overhead, pull product from low-standing areas, and stand on concrete for long periods.
• Computer skills needed for programming.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment written math test, physical, drug, and background test.

Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED with 5 years of machining experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a 2-year technical degree in Machining or a similar field with 5 years of experience in the field.
• Experience with Solid Cam or similar programming software.
• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Principles or Six Sigma.

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