Senior 5-Axis Machinist - $Competitive (1st Shift Flexibility)

Senior 5-Axis Machinist – $Competitive (1st Shift Flexibility) Job Order ID: 4605 Employment Type: Permanent Salary: $52000-70720/Yr Web Publication Date: 4/21/2026 12:00:00 AM Job Location: Duluth, MN 55807 Job Function: Senior 5-Axis Machinist – $Competitive (1st Shift Flexibility) Minimum 2-year Technical Degree or Associate’s in Machine Tool Technology is a requirement for this position Own your schedule and your craft. Secure a premier 1st Shift role with true flexibility (6:00, 7:00, or 8:00 AM starts) Pay is up to $34.00 per hour based on technical expertise and setup experience Great Incentives & Perks Full Benefits Package Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder No remote as this is a 100% onsite position Full-time, Permanent W-2 employee Located in the Duluth, MN area This full-time, permanent Senior 5-Axis Machinist career opportunity is with a premier, attachment manufacturer. A global leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries, fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation. This is a "people-first" culture where excellence is celebrated and longevity is the norm. If you are a highly technical machinist looking for a stable, family-oriented home where you are encouraged to grow and promoted from within, this is the perfect opportunity. Responsibilities Perform complete setups and independent operations on a variety of CNC and manual mills and lathes, including large-scale milling centers and multi-axis machines Edit G&M code and optimize programs to manufacture precision hydraulic components from high-strength steels and specialized alloys Interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and the sequence of operations for custom heavy equipment builds Utilize precision measuring instruments (calipers, bore gages, micrometers) to verify 100% conformance to exact specifications and high-tolerance standards Collaborate directly with engineering and fabrication teams to troubleshoot program issues, resolve machining problems, and optimize production efficiency Maintain equipment and workspace through routine machine maintenance and adherence to 5S and safety-first manufacturing protocols Qualifications A minimum of a 2-year Technical Diploma or Associate’s Degree in CNC Machining, Machine Tool, or a related field Proven technical mastery of G&M codes and shop math; you must be a true machinist, not just a "button pusher." Significant experience in setting up and operating large milling centers and performing close-tolerance work on complex workpieces Familiarity with 5-axis machining is a major plus, though not required (internal training is available) A stable and reliable work history. Candidates with a pattern of changing jobs every two years will not be considered Being a US citizen or Green Card holder #J-18808-Ljbffr