CNC Setup Machinist 1st Shift

Job DutiesContinental 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.Essential Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesUse 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 RequiredHigh school diploma or GEDMinimum Experience RequiredHigh school diploma or GEDFour years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential job duties and responsibilitiesProficiency with CNC machine set-up and operationExperience reading part prints or drawings, and/or machining work ordersExperience using standard quality inspection tools and gagesAbility 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 skillsFluency in English verbal and written communication.Ability to meet production goals for quality and quantityPossess or willing to obtain hand tools required to perform daily tasksHigh level of dependabilityFlexibility with time and schedule, and availability for overtime when requiredShiftFirst (Day)Number of Openings2Public Transportation AccessibleNoVeterans Encouraged to ApplyYesPhysical RequiredYesDrug Test RequiredYesCompensation$27.00 - $31.00 / HourlyPostal Code55318Place of WorkOn-siteRequisition IDCNC SetUp 1stJob TypeFull TimeJob Benefits401(k)401(k) 4% Match401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insuranceApplication Email

Created: 2026-03-04