Tool Room Machinist

Tool Room MachinistAt Kurt Die Casting our employee experience and vertical-manufacturing facility set us apart. We take pride in our employees and work to the highest standards, equipped with the tools, opportunities and technology to produce top-quality, complex aluminum and zinc die castings.Job SummaryThe Tool Room Machinist carries through to completion without supervision, the construction, repair, maintenance, and calibration of machine-shop tools, jigs, fixtures, instruments, and metal-forming dies.Essential FunctionsAnalyzes specifications, lays out metal stock sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges and machinists' hand tools, applying knowledge of tool and die design and construction, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout, machining, and assembly procedures.Studies specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.Sets up, programs, and operates CNC and manual machine tools, such as lathes, mills, shaper, and grinder to machine parts and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.RequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent GED2 years of related experiencePreferredAssociate's degree4 years of related experienceHours: 2nd Shift, 3:00 pm - 1:30 am, Monday -Thursday$2,000 Sign on Bonus available20% 2nd Shift DifferentialCompensationThe anticipated hourly starting pay range for this position is $30.00 to $40.00. The exact rate may be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.Physical Demand FactorsThe following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee's individual work responsibilities.Strength Level Rating : Medium work. Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.A worker in this job will frequently (from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time):Reach by extending hands and armsHandle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with handsTalk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral informationHear by perceiving the nature of sounds by earIdentify and distinguish colorsThe worker will occasionally (up to 1 / 3 of the time):Stoop by bending body downward and forward requiring full use of the lower extremities and back musclesKneel by bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s)Crouch by bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spinePick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingersTalk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral informationHear by perceiving the nature of sounds by earAdjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus100% employee owned, Kurt Die Casting is a division of Kurt Manufacturing and located near Minneapolis, MN. Employees at our die casting facility can gain experience in multiple areas of manufacturing including aluminum and zinc die casting, CNC machining, automation, and quality control. We have over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space with the capacity and capability to service a diverse set of customers and industries. Kurt Die Casting features 20 CNC machining centers and 15 die casting machines ranging in size from 500 to 1,200 tons. Many of the castings we produce feature challenging designs that require secondary operations such as machining, finishing and assembly.What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That's why we'll never settle for good enough. It's this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.