Production Machinist - Immediate Hire

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The CNC Machinist is responsible for creating prototype machined parts on CNC Milling machines. The role will also create computer programs for the CNC machines using Mastercam and do set up to run multiple parts if needed.

Shifts Monday -Friday
Responsible for setting up CNC milling or CNC lathe machines and run jobs on CNC milling and CNC lathe machines ensuring all parts meet tight manufacturing requirements.
Prepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction.
Responsible for quick turnaround of parts and accuracy within established guidelines.
Maintain organization of jobs and material inventory.
Perform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or lathe machines and general shop equipment.
Perform thorough part inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to part quality requirements.
Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
Follows all processes and procedures during the shift, escalates problem areas to shift team lead/supervisor as appropriate.
Support daily production by identifying solutions for chronic issues and problems that cannot be resolved by production associates.
Responsible for maintaining a neat and organized production area consistent with Protolabs housekeeping standards.
Responsible for working in a safe manner consistent with Protolabs policies.
Responsible for ensuring completion of operator PMs during shift.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience as a CNC Milling or CNC lathe machine operator preferred doing setup and some understanding of programming
Knowledge of Machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education.
Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks, Mastercam and CAD/CAM.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to interpret and explain written and statistical data.
Commitment to customer or employee service.
Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.