Find & Apply For CNC Programmer Jobs in Princeton, Minnesota

Overview:

Tucs Equipment, Inc., an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in Princeton, Minnesota, is seeking a CNC Programmer / Lead Machinist to oversee the machining process—from programming and setup to operation and quality checks. In this hands-on role, you will work with multi-axis mills and lathes to produce parts to engineering specifications, troubleshoot machining challenges, and maintain safe, reliable operations.

What You'll Do:

Plan machining work by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering drawings, materials, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

• Program CNC mills and lathes, establish reference points, set tool offsets and compensation, calculate machining requirements, and prove out part programs.
• Set up and operate multi-axis mills and lathes, including installing and adjusting workholding, tooling, attachments, and machine components.
• Load and position stock, verify machine settings, and inspect first-run parts and sample workpieces to confirm accuracy and adherence to applicable standards.
• Monitor drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, knurling, and threading operations; measure parts and adjust programs or controls to maintain specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, identify malfunctions, and sharpen or replace worn tooling in accordance with quality procedures.
• Order consumable tooling and maintain machining supplies.
• Complete preventive maintenance, follow manufacturer instructions, troubleshoot equipment problems, and arrange repairs as needed.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain quality standards throughout the machining process.
• Document and communicate job progress, issues, and follow-up needs to support continuity between shifts.
• Keep technical skills current through learning opportunities and technical publications, and take ownership of new assignments and opportunities to improve machining processes. What You Bring CNC machine setup and operation experience. Completion of an apprenticeship or machinist program is preferred; equivalent training or experience will also be considered.
• SolidWorks experience.
• A technical, detail-oriented approach to machining in an original equipment manufacturing environment.
• An understanding of machine controls, instrumentation, tooling, supplies, and inventory.
• The ability to maintain quality and safety standards, accurate records, equipment, and supplies.
• CNC programming and Mastercam experience are a plus.
• Experience with Doosan four-axis equipment and DMG Mori two
• three
• four
• or five-axis equipment is a plus.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.00

• $43.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Relocation assistance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

CNC milling machine: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person