Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
HE
Hoffman Enclosures, Inc.
Machinist-1st Shift
Career Insights for Machinist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Minnesota data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.
$50,590 / year median in Minnesota
-1% projected decline
Job Description
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We are seeking a skilled 1st Shift Machinist with experience operating CNC mills and lathes , as well as manual machine tools . The ideal candidate will be comfortable working from prints, setting up jobs, holding tight tolerances, and producing quality parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role supports both production and short-run / repair work. Shift Hours are Monday-Friday 5:45AM-2:15PM Key Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes Operate manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, band saws, and precision grinding equipment Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions Select proper tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment Inspect parts using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, etc.) Make basic program edits at the machine as needed (offsets, wear, minor changes) Maintain part quality and meet production requirements Perform basic machine maintenance and keep work area clean and organized Follow all safety, quality, and company procedures Communicate issues related to tooling, materials, or machine performance to supervision Required Qualifications Experience running CNC milling and turning equipment Experience operating manual mills and lathes Ability to hold close tolerances and perform precision work Strong understanding of machining fundamentals (feeds, speeds, tooling, materials) Ability to read blueprints and use standard inspection tools Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently on 2nd shift Preferred Qualifications CNC setup experience Experience with short-run or job shop work Experience with precision grinding (surface or cylindrical) Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience This role has competitive pay and will be closer to the higher part of range that is shown, based on experience-