Tool & Die Fabrication Tech I/Machinist

Polaris Inc.•Roseau, MN

2d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Tool & Die Fabrication Tech / Machinist supports Polaris manufacturing fabrication, welding, and assembly departments by implementing tooling and fixtures used in manufacturing. Projects are driven by product development initiatives, process improvements, and operations capital investments, and must be completed within budget and lead time. The role fabricates, assembles, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains production weld and assembly fixtures, and works with design and manufacturing teams to conceptualize, design, and build fixtures. The employee may provide production support, work overtime or alternate shifts as required, and must be able to work second or third shift. The position is hourly and non-exempt, based in Polaris Manufacturing in Roseau. The Minnesota starting pay range is $28.00 to $37.00 per hour, with eligibility for overtime. Pay and range placement depend on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. Polaris describes its employee offerings as including competitive compensation, a market-leading profit-sharing plan, company contributions to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, discounted employee stock purchases, a 401(k) matching contribution, financial wellness education and consultation, health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym and personal training reimbursement, life insurance, disability offerings, and paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives. Former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing to qualify.

Requirements

Strong mechanical technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems, pneumatic circuits, and other manufacturing equipment and tooling.
Ability to operate manual and CNC equipment, including mills, lathes, drill presses, and band saws.
Ability to read blueprints and use general measuring equipment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with flexibility to refocus as assigned.
Self-starter with good time management skills and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment on projects of various sizes.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and act with a strong sense of urgency in the company's best interests.
Ability to work second or third shift.
Two-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

Proficient CNC programming skills, including MasterCAM.
Proficient SolidWorks skills.
Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
One to three years of experience minimum preferred.

Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble small- to medium-sized production weld and assembly fixtures.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production weld and assembly fixtures.
Provide support to production operations as required.
Work with design and manufacturing teams to conceptualize, design, and build fixtures.
Complete work assignments by required due dates and schedules.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Work overtime or alternate shifts as required.