CNC Lathe Machinist - Weekend Shift (Nakamura / Mill-Turn)

At a Glance

Company: Lowell Inc.
Location: Brooklyn Park (Minneapolis), MN (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $23 – $38/hr (based on experience)
Shift: Weekend Days — Friday–Sunday | 12-hour shifts
Overtime: Available as needed
Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3+ years preferred)
Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued growth and investment in advanced CNC automation within Lowell’s medical device manufacturing operations.

At Lowell Inc., this position plays a key role in producing complex, tight-tolerance components used in orthopedic implants and life-saving medical devices — where precision, consistency, and quality are critical.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate Nakamura CNC lathe / mill-turn machines
• Read, edit, and optimize CNC programs in collaboration with engineering
• Interpret blueprints, process documentation, and GD&T requirements
• Perform first-article and in-process inspection to verify part quality
• Adjust offsets, tooling, and process parameters to maintain tight tolerances
• Run production while ensuring consistency and repeatability
• Perform part finishing operations including deburring and surface refinement
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on machines
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams

Machines, Controls & Equipment

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: Nakamura CNC Lathe / Mill-Turn Centers
• Controls: (Fanuc-based / Nakamura controls)
• Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, precision measuring tools
• Environment: Clean, bright, highly controlled manufacturing environment

Materials You’ll Work With

• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Medical-grade alloys

What We’re Looking ForRequired:

• 3+ years of CNC lathe or mill-turn machining experience
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machines independently
• Strong blueprint reading skills and understanding of GD&T
• Ability to perform in-process inspection and hold tight tolerances
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline
• Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with Nakamura machines
• Mill-turn / multi-axis machining experience
• Light programming or macro editing experience
• Experience in medical device or high-precision manufacturing

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Lowell because:

• Work on complex, high-precision medical components that matter
• Clean, bright, and organized shop environment
• Advanced equipment with a strong focus on automation and process control
• Support from engineering and quality — not left guessing
• Opportunity to grow into more advanced machining and automation roles
• Stable company with 55+ years of proven success

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $23 – $38/hr (DOE)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance & short-term disability
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• Profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Friday–Sunday
• 12-hour day shifts

Overtime: Available as needed

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