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Customized Solutions CNC Operator Van Meter Inc. $25.00 - $28.00 / hr United States, Minnesota, Cottage Grove Sep 18, 2026 Apply

Description Role Summary:

The Customized Solutions CNC Operator reviews and prepares drawings for production, operates CNC equipment, and ensures products meet quality and engineering specifications. This role partners with Engineering, Sales, and Operations to deliver safe, accurate, and efficient manufacturing results while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Review and validate drawings, work orders, and job packets

Convert approved drawings into CNC machine software

Operate CNC equipment to produce parts to specification

Perform quality inspections using precision measuring tools

Load, stage, and organize materials for production runs

Complete routine cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks

Collaborate across teams to resolve production issues and improve processes

Requirements Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints

Proficiency with computers and production software

Ability to use precision measuring instruments

Forklift experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical training

CNC machining, manufacturing, or custom fabrication experience

Experience operating Steinhauer or similar CNC experience

Familiarity with machining math and CNC programming concepts

Physical Requirements:

Frequently standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching throughout the shift

Frequent use of hands, fingers, and fine motor skills

Frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials

Consistently lifting up to 50lbs and occasionally 75lbs

Ability to hear machine alarms, warnings, and verbal communications

Frequent use of near and far vision, depth perception, and color recognition for quality and safety purposes

Working Conditions:

Primarily works in an indoor manufacturing environment

Frequent exposure to noise, vibration, dust, and moving equipment

Occasional exposure to temperature fluctuations, fumes, and outdoor conditions

Requires adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements

May work independently or collaboratively with team members Van Meter is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants and employee-owners who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits and privileges should contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in accordance with applicable laws. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Other duties may be assigned, changed, or removed at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs and consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job description alters the at-will employment relationship, where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Salary Description

$25 - $28 per hour