CNC Programmer/Setup & Operator role manufacturing high-tolerance medical device components at WAGNER Group in Plymouth, MN (onsite). You'll set up and run multi-axis mills/lathes (including Swiss and mill-turn), prove out programs, inspect parts, and drive continuous improvement. Standout perks include starting at 4 weeks PTO plus profit sharing and strong benefits.
- Starting at 4 weeks PTO
- 401(k) match and profit sharing
- On-site café and on-site gym
Starting at 4 weeks PTO per year 401(k) and a company match Profit Sharing Medical + Company HSA contribution Wellness Program Dental Vision Life Insurance Disability 6 Weeks Parental Leave Long term care insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee Resource Groups On-Site Café On-Site Gym
Pay: $25-32hr + profit sharing
Position Objective: The individual in this role will safely set up and operate a variety of CNC equipment to manufacture quality production parts in a timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Safely setup and operate full range of machine tools to manufacture production parts and components. Multi axis mills and lathes, mill-turn machines, Swiss lathes. Maintain a clean and safe work area by following Wagner housekeeping requirements. File safety reports as required. Meet daily/weekly/monthly production goals. Follow inspection procedures and processes to guarantee the delivery of quality intolerance parts. Adjust machines, tools, and processes to continuously produce good parts. Enter data into an ERP system to track scheduled work, material usage, time expended, inspection data, scrap, good parts, PMs requirements, and any other department dependent KPI information. Complete daily/weekly/monthly preventive maintenance on equipment. File maintenance requests for support to keep equipment in good working order. Recognize, troubleshoot and report machine malfunctions, tooling difficulties, etc Provide ideas and implement manufacturing improvements, using lean principles, to drive cost savings. Works with internal and external vendors to order required items to complete assigned work. Safely operates forklift to move materials and swarf containers as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years of technical training in related field or equivalent years of work experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 4+ years of work experience as a high level CNC setup and operator. Forklift certification or ability to obtain.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Safely sets up, loads programs, proves out, adjusts, maintains, and operates all assigned equipment to meet production requirements and goals. Works well with others in every situation. Ability to be flexible in changes to priorities. CAM software knowledge preferred. Understanding of GD&T of blueprint specifications. G-code understanding required (EIA/ISO). Strong problem solving, analytical, mechanical, math and communication skills. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow machine setup instructions. Ability to use a variety of precision measuring equipment. Adjust machines, tools, and processes to continuously produce good parts. Inspect parts using a quality control plan. Ability to use office applications (SAP, Word, Excel, and Outlook). Ability to work with internal and external vendors to order required items to complete assigned work Ability to work extended hours and/or varying shifts as requested to maintain adequate coverage during hours of operation. Ability and willingness to teach other employees new processes and techniques. Basic understanding of Lean and Kaizen methods and practices.
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