Machinist-1st Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

2d

About The Position

nVent is seeking a skilled 1st-shift Machinist to support production and short-run or repair work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role involves operating CNC mills and lathes as well as manual machine tools, setting up jobs, working from engineering prints, maintaining close tolerances, and producing quality parts. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. The posting states an hourly pay range of $32.00–$36.00 based on experience; a separate compensation section lists a range of $17.20–$31.90 per hour, depending on the position offered and work location.

Requirements

• Experience running CNC milling and turning equipment.
• Experience operating manual mills and lathes.
• Ability to hold close tolerances and perform precision work.
• Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, including feeds, speeds, tooling, and materials.
• Ability to read blueprints and use standard inspection tools.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• CNC setup experience.
• Experience with short-run or job shop work.
• Experience with precision grinding, surface or cylindrical.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes.
• Operate manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, band saws, and precision grinding equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• Inspect parts using precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
• Make basic program edits at the machine as needed, including offsets, wear, and minor changes.
• Maintain part quality and meet production requirements.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Follow safety, quality, and company procedures.
• Communicate issues related to tooling, materials, or machine performance to supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time.
• Well-being program.
• Legal and identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed