CNC Machinist

Now hiring for a CNC Machinist

Location: Plymouth, MN

Pay Rate: $25.00 – $50.00+ per hour (Based on experience, machine type, setup/programming capabilities, shift, and position)

Schedule:

• 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Weekend shifts available.
• Full-time schedules vary by position and location.

Where Every Cut Counts.

Searching CNC Machinist jobs in Plymouth? Join a crew that respects skill, rewards precision, and runs on good machines and better people.

Looking for CNC Machinist jobs in Plymouth where precision, technology, and craftsmanship come together? This opportunity lets you program, set up, and operate CNC equipment to manufacture high-quality components while supporting efficient production and exceptional quality.

Staffmark is hiring Machinists and CNC Machinists for manufacturing opportunities throughout the Twin Cities metro and surrounding areas. Current openings include CNC mills and lathes, press brakes, punch presses, and other production machining equipment.

We are considering candidates across multiple experience levels, from experienced machine operators to highly skilled machinists with setup and programming experience. Experience with all machine types is not required. Candidates with strong experience on one type of equipment are encouraged to apply.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a CNC Machinist career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate and/or set up CNC and production machinery, including mills, lathes, press brakes, OR punch presses
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, and specifications
• Perform machine setups, changeovers, tooling changes, and adjustments
• Edit or create CNC programs and machine parameters, depending on experience
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools
• Monitor part quality and make adjustments to maintain specifications and tolerances
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and production issues
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Relevant machining, CNC, manufacturing, or technical training is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Previous machining, CNC, or relevant machine operation experience
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, drawings, work instructions, or specifications
• Ability to perform basic part inspection and maintain quality standards
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Independent machine setup and changeover experience
• CNC programming or program editing experience
• Experience with CNC mills, CNC lathes, press brakes, and/or punch presses
• Experience troubleshooting tooling, machine, or quality issues
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
• Experience working with tight tolerances and performing first-piece inspections

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work around machining equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, tooling, and components weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to safely operate CNC machinery and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to work safely around moving machinery while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to stand and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently handle parts, materials, and tooling and perform bending, reaching, and lifting as required by the position.
• Specific lifting requirements vary by assignment.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Modern Manufacturing Environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

“They matched me with a great job in a couple of days, and I was hired on permanently.” – CNC Machinist, Louisville, KY

Apply Now. We’ve got a spot on the production floor with your name on it.

What You Will Do

As a CNC Machinist you will set up, operate, monitor, and adjust CNC machining equipment to manufacture precision components according to engineering specifications. You will verify machine setups, inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments, troubleshoot machining issues, maintain tooling, and support quality and production goals while following established safety and manufacturing procedures.

• Operate and/or set up CNC and production machinery, including mills, lathes, press brakes, OR punch presses
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, and specifications
• Perform machine setups, changeovers, tooling changes, and adjustments
• Edit or create CNC programs and machine parameters, depending on experience
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools
• Monitor part quality and make adjustments to maintain specifications and tolerances
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and production issues
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures

The CNC Machinist contributes to successful manufacturing by producing high-quality components using CNC machining equipment and precision inspection methods. This role requires mechanical aptitude, technical expertise, and careful attention to detail.

Successful CNC Machinist professionals understand machining processes, production efficiency, and quality control while supporting continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations. Precision and consistency are central to the profession.

This role is well suited for candidates who enjoy technical work and precision manufacturing.