Machinist B - Fourth Shift

Nidec • Mankato, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves carrying out the machining and fitting of all kinds of metal parts, tools, and machines with minimal supervision. The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, written specifications, and schematics to perform work accurately. Responsibilities include setting up and operating all available machines and machine tools, performing progressive machining operations on work with close tolerances or unusual requirements, and determining operation sequences. The machinist will skillfully use all machinists' hand tools, determine the machinability of metals, and select proper tooling. Experience with CNC machine operation and a working knowledge of programming fundamentals are required. All work produced must consistently meet specifications. The role also includes monitoring and changing coolant as required, performing daily/weekly TPM tasks with accuracy and consistency, and undertaking other duties as assigned by a supervisor within the same salary grade or below.

Requirements

• In pursuit (full-time or part-time student) of a two (2) year Vocational/Accredited school certificate/degree.
• Requires knowledge of machining practices and techniques, basic mechanical principles and shop mathematics, setups, tooling applications, operating methods, and machinability of materials.
• Must be a sole US citizen.
• Experience with CNC machine operation.
• Working knowledge of programming fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• Once two (2) year certificate or degree is awarded plus four thousand (4,000) in house machining hours, will move to Machinist A.

Responsibilities

• Carry through to completion with minimum supervision the machining and fitting of all kinds of metal parts, tools, and machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, written specifications, and schematics to properly layout and perform work.
• Set up and operate all available machines and machine tools.
• Perform progressive machining operations on work involving very close tolerances or unusual requirements.
• Determine operation sequences.
• Use skillfully all machinists’ hand tools and determine machinability of metals to determine proper tooling selection (geometry) and application (fields, speeds).
• Operate CNC machines including working knowledge of programming fundamentals.
• Ensure work produced consistently meets specification.
• Monitor coolant quality and change coolant as required.
• Perform daily/weekly TPM tasks with accuracy and consistency.
• Perform other duties as designated by supervisor in the same salary grade or below.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
• 401(k) plan with a best-in-class company match to support your financial future.
• Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree