Weekend shift machine operator/CNC Machinist

DAKOTALAND MANUFACTURING•Watertown, SD
•$19 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Dakotaland Manufacturing is hiring Machine Operators and experienced CNC Machinists for its weekend shift at the North Facility in Watertown, South Dakota. The role offers pay of $19–$35 per hour based on experience and skill level. It is suited to experienced machinists as well as candidates with mechanical ability who are ready to learn and grow in precision manufacturing. The position involves operating CNC machines to produce precision components, reading drawings and specifications, performing quality checks with precision measuring tools, making machine adjustments, and helping ensure parts are completed safely, accurately, and on time. Experienced machinists may also assist with setups, offsets, troubleshooting, and supporting newer team members. The employer describes the weekend schedule as providing more time during the week.

Requirements

  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and commitment to safety.
  • Dependability, good communication with the team, and care in producing high-quality parts.
  • Mechanical ability or aptitude.

Nice To Haves

  • CNC experience.
  • Blueprint reading experience.
  • CNC setup experience.
  • Measurement skills.
  • Experience with CNC mills or lathes.
  • Experience using calipers or micrometers.
  • Experience with machine offsets or troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC machines to produce precision components.
  • Read drawings and specifications.
  • Perform quality checks using precision measuring tools.
  • Make machine adjustments.
  • Help ensure parts are completed safely, accurately, and on time.
  • Assist with setups, offsets, and troubleshooting (for experienced machinists).
  • Support newer team members (for experienced machinists).
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