CNC Machinist C

Graco•Anoka, MN

About The Position

Operate CNC machines productively and safely to produce parts that meet Graco’s quality standards, at the lowest cost and in a timely manner, while minimizing material and resource waste. The role works under minimum supervision and supports quality, productivity, and efficiency goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong PC skills and the ability to use Graco manufacturing ERP systems and other manufacturing operating systems.
Ability to read and understand CNC programs and operational layouts.
Ability to perform a sequence of operations under minimum supervision while consistently meeting quality, productivity, and efficiency performance levels.
Comply fully with safety rules and regulations.
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to plan effectively and execute plans.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis; temporary employment authorization and immigration sponsorship are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

A 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 successful completion of the degree, certificate, or program.
Demonstrated proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of CNC machines within a department.
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 the operator’s ability.
Read and understand layouts, routings, and blueprints for parts being produced.
Maintain accurate inventory counts and store parts in appropriate areas.
Use comparators, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related measurement tools.
Collect and enter SPC data using measurement and test instruments.
Perform required side operations during machine cycle time, such as deburring.
Work with team members across shifts and with support personnel to produce machined parts that meet Graco’s quality and productivity standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.