Machinist

MachinistJob Location: Fridley MN Pay: $19/hr - $40/hr DOE Shift: M-F 6:00am - 2:30pmOverviewOur company is a global provider of thermal solutions, temperature sensing and control solutions, and flex circuit solutions for medical, aerospace, defense, oil and gas, power generation, and other high-reliability applications. Our experienced team couples advanced product technologies, expert design and engineering services, and a deep understanding of our customers' applications to provide comprehensive solutions that meet exacting requirements for quality, reliability, and performance.Job Summary:This position is responsible for setting up and operating the Machining Center equipment. The Machinist will also be responsible for selecting and retrieving tooling and inspection gauges from the tool crib that are specific to the job being set up, which is directed from reading and understanding blueprints for the fabrication of parts. Other responsibilities will include tube/bar cutting, welding, assembly of shop parts, de-burring, and changing bar stock as needed on equipment, and taking and verifying measurements for each job. Attention to detail and willingness to learn other shop activities are key to success in this role.ResponsibilitiesSet up, program, and operate equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, and shapers, selecting primary and secondary toolsAdjust alignments and seating of holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materialsApply mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniquesReview specifications, drawings, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiecesPerform complex measuring, marking, and scribing dimensionsInstall machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and test the operation of the unit to ensure functionality and performance; at times, operate welding equipment to cut or weld partsFit and assemble parts into a complete assembly that typically requires more complex testing and toleranceCommunicate with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problemsApply continuous improvement in work areas by identifying and recommending solutions to problemsEnsure compliance with operating policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment and efficient operationsAid and train other staff in the department on processes, procedures, and machine understandingOther duties as assignedQualificationsOur current business environment requires that employees speak, read, and write English at an 8th-grade level or higherApplying machine shop theory and practicesReading blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, and specificationsOperating and setting up the machine equipment and toolsPerforming advanced mathematical calculationsInspecting parts and machines for correct specificationsLifting and loading materialsComplying with safety and operational guidelines, policies, and proceduresHandling and labeling hazardous materials based on the area of assignmentUnderstanding of basic PC skills, such as data entry and operationCommunicating with co-workers to provide and receive directionsPreferred Skills (Not Required): Technical College experience. Manufacturing experience.Compensation: Range of $19 to $40 hourly Location: Fridley, Minnesota Benefits: We offer benefits and services that help balance work life and personal life, a competitive wage and benefits package, opportunities for continuous improvement and personal growth, and company celebrations – some of the many reasons that make our company a great place to work! Healthcare benefits are eligible on the first of the month following the hire date, 401K with an employer match after 61 days of full-time employment, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, HSA, and FSA available, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Managed Time-Off