CNC Mill Machinist

Company: Timesavers LLC

Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota

Employment Type: Full-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Schedule: First Shift, Monday–Friday

Pay Range: $35.00–$40.00 per hour, DOQ

Position Summary

Timesavers LLC is seeking an experienced CNC Mill Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Maple Grove, Minnesota. This position is responsible for independently setting up and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-quality components for our industrial equipment.

This position focuses on low-volume, custom machining of non-standard parts. The CNC Mill Machinist will produce a variety of non-standard parts on assigned CNC milling equipment, requiring frequent setups and changeovers rather than repetitive, high-volume production. The position requires the ability to independently perform complete setups, interpret engineering drawings, select tooling and workholding, establish offsets, adjust programs, and inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specifications.

This is not primarily a production CNC operator position. We are seeking a skilled CNC setup machinist who can work independently, adapt to changing parts and setups, troubleshoot machining challenges, make appropriate machining decisions, and consistently produce accurate, high-quality work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Independently set up and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture parts according to engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform complete machine setups, including selecting and installing tooling, fixtures, and workholding and establishing machine and tool offsets.
Machine low-volume, custom, and non-standard parts requiring frequent setups and changeovers.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
Determine appropriate machining sequences, tooling, feeds, speeds, and workholding methods.
Load, verify, and make CNC program edits or adjustments at the machine as needed to produce conforming parts.
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to verify dimensional accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other inspection tools.
Troubleshoot tooling, setup, programming, surface-finish, and dimensional issues and make appropriate corrections.
Monitor tool condition and make necessary tooling changes and adjustments.
Maintain required dimensional tolerances and surface-finish specifications.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve machining, print, tooling, and manufacturability issues.
Identify opportunities to improve machining methods, reduce setup time, and increase efficiency.
Maintain machines, tooling, fixtures, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
Follow company safety procedures and established machine-shop practices.
Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of CNC machining experience, including significant CNC milling experience.
Demonstrated ability to independently perform complete CNC mill setups from start to finish.
Experience machining low-volume, custom, prototype, or non-standard parts with frequent setups and changeovers.
Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
Working knowledge of GD&T, dimensional tolerances, and machining specifications.
Ability to select appropriate tooling and workholding and establish machine and tool offsets.
Ability to make CNC program edits and adjustments at the machine.
Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
Strong mechanical aptitude and machining troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical diploma, certificate, or degree in Machine Tool Technology, CNC Machining, or a related field.
Experience machining components for industrial machinery, capital equipment, or custom manufacturing.
Experience producing one-off parts and small production runs.
Experience machining a variety of materials, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Experience working directly with Engineering to resolve print, tooling, machining, or manufacturability issues.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
Ability to regularly use hands and arms to operate machinery, tooling, and measuring equipment.
Ability to lift and move materials, tooling, and parts weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment used when appropriate.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform other movements associated with CNC machine setup and operation.
Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment around machinery, metal chips, cutting fluids, and normal shop noise.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

This position works primarily on the manufacturing floor in a machine-shop environment. The employee will regularly work around CNC machinery, tooling, metal components, cutting fluids, and other equipment associated with machining operations. Employees are required to follow all applicable safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $35.00–$40.00 per hour, DOQ

Timesavers LLC offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan.

About Timesavers LLC

Timesavers LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial sanding, deburring, and finishing equipment. For more than 75 years, Timesavers has provided innovative machinery solutions to customers across a wide range of industries. Our Maple Grove, Minnesota facility brings together engineering, manufacturing, assembly, service, and support to build high-quality industrial equipment.

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