Job Duties
Continental Engineering and Manufacturing is a family-owned manufacturing company based in Chaska and Frazee, Minnesota. Since 1983, we've been at the forefront of precision machining, welding, assembly, which has complimented our original focus of drive shaft components and assemblies. We serve a diverse clientele across North America and beyond. Our services include CNC horizontal and vertical milling, CNC horizontal and vertical turning (with robotic loading), broaching, hobbing, balancing, painting, welding, assembly, inspection, and stocking programs, all supported by continuous investments in upgrading equipment and cutting-edge technology.
At Continental, we cultivate a strong, positive culture that values teamwork, collaboration, respect, and the growth of every individual. With an impressive 42-year history of stability and a proud record of never having a single layoff, we provide our employees with a secure and supportive environment. It is important to us that every team member knows that they are working for a rock-solid organization. We also invest in our team’s future by offering training programs that empower our members to enhance their skills and advance their careers.
Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is reflected in our ISO 9001-2015 certification and our dedication to building lasting relationships with customers, vendors, employees, and the community. Known for producing cost-efficient, reliable products, we are a trusted name in the industry.
As a close-knit team of around 50 team members, we ensure that every employee feels valued and appreciated. Our workplace features an air-conditioned shop, outstanding health benefits, a $500 annual deductible medical insurance plan that is 100% paid by us, dental & vision insurance, generous PTO plan, annual bonuses, a 401(k) plan with a 4% match, quarterly luncheons, annual holiday parties, and a real emphasis on work-life balance. Many of our employees have been with us long-term, and several have retired with us, reflecting the stability and growth we offer. If you’re looking for a company where you can thrive both personally and professionally, you’ve found your home at CEM.
We are currently offering a $2500 signing bonus for those with extensive experience.
Job Summary
The CNC Set Up Machinist III will be in charge of set-up, editing and operating CNC machines. This position sets up and runs small – medium size production lots, troubleshoots and edits code as necessary, keeps records, communicates with co-workers and managers regarding production runs, and maintains quality and safety standards.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Use advanced techniques to troubleshoot and resolve machine or programming issues.
Identify opportunities to reduce machining time through process improvements.
Understand, interpret and edit FANUC programming code.
Advise the maintenance department or supervisor of any machine issues, crashes, or needed repairs.
Set-up and load programs into CNC machines and complete first run part.
Load and unload materials and parts manually or using appropriate equipment or tools.
Independently operate CNC equipment and observe operations with focused attention.
Assure quality by inspecting finished parts; report irregularities or tolerance deviations to supervisor or quality control personnel.
Perform tool wear offsets or change inserts to meet tolerance requirements.
Monitor progress toward, and meet production goals.
Follow, create and help maintain work instructions; complete required daily paperwork.
Maintain equipment and worksite by completing housekeeping, preventive maintenance and daily inspection tasks.
Perform other tasks as warranted or assigned by management.
Minimum Education Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum Experience Required
High school diploma or GED
Four years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities
Proficiency with CNC machine set-up and operation
Experience reading part prints or drawings, and/or machining work orders
Experience using standard quality inspection tools and gages
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry & trigonometry to practical situations.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Interpersonal communication skills characterized by honest, professional, respectful communication and effective listening skills
Fluency in English verbal and written communication.
Ability to meet production goals for quality and quantity
Possess or willing to obtain hand tools required to perform daily tasks
High level of dependability
Flexibility with time and schedule, and availability for overtime when required
Shift
Second (Evening)
Number of Openings
2
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$30.00 - $35.00 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
$2500 Sign On Bonus for those with 5+ years of direct experience
Postal Code
55318
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
CNC SetUp 2nd
Job Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Application Email
humanresources@cem-web.com