CNC Machinist C

Graco•Anoka, MN

5d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Operate CNC machines in a productive and safe manner to produce parts that meet Graco’s quality standards at the lowest cost and in a timely manner, while minimizing waste of materials and resources. The role works under minimum supervision and operates a variety of CNC machines within a department. The machinist maintains a clean and safe work area, adjusts and replaces tools, performs required daily machine maintenance, and informs the supervisor when maintenance is beyond the operator’s ability. The role requires reading layouts, routings, and blueprints; applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing; maintaining accurate inventory counts; and using measurement equipment to collect and enter SPC data. The machinist also performs side operations such as deburring and works with other shifts and support personnel to meet quality and productivity goals. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a two-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or a CNC Machining program. Candidates who have completed the first year of a two-year program may be considered contingent on successfully completing the degree, certificate, or program. A completed two-year degree in machining or machine technology is required for promotion to the next level, along with required time in grade and a completed promotional checklist. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. The role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, and candidates working under temporary employment authorization are not eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or a CNC Machining program.
Candidates who have completed the first year of a two-year Machine Tool Technology program may be considered contingent on successfully completing the degree, certificate, or program.
Strong PC skills and ability to use Graco manufacturing ERP systems and other manufacturing operating systems.
Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Proficiency using comparators, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related measurement tools.
Ability to read and understand layouts, routings, and blueprints.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis; temporary employment authorization is not eligible.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read and understand CNC programs and operational layouts.
Ability to perform a sequence of operations under minimum supervision while consistently maintaining quality, productivity, and efficiency performance levels.
Full compliance with safety rules and regulations to prevent unsafe setups, operations, or acts that could cause injury or harm to the environment.
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to plan effectively and execute plans.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of CNC machines within a department safely and productively.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Adjust tools and replace them as needed.
Perform daily machine maintenance as required and inform the supervisor of maintenance needs beyond operator ability.
Read and understand layouts, routings, and blueprints for parts being produced.
Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing proficiency.
Maintain accurate inventory counts and keep parts in appropriate storage areas.
Use comparators, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related measurement tools.
Collect and input SPC data using comparators, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related test instruments.
Perform required side operations during machine cycle time, such as deburring.
Work as a team member with all shifts and support personnel to produce machined parts that meet Graco quality and productivity standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.