CNC Machinist — Day Shift

Dakotaland Manufacturing
Pay: $19–$35 per hour, depending on machining experience

Put your machining skills to work. Build precision parts you can take pride in.

Enjoy hands-on work, solving machining challenges, and getting the details right? Join our team as a day shift machinist. You’ll set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to turn raw materials into quality parts and components. 

What You’ll Do

• Set up for success: Select tools and materials; align and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and workpieces.

• Make precision parts: Set up, adjust, and operate CNC and conventional machine tools to meet specifications.

• Keep operations running smoothly: Monitor feeds, speeds, lubrication, and coolant, and adjust machine controls as needed.

• Work with CNC controls: Retrieve, enter, or edit machine control commands.

• Check your craftsmanship: Measure and inspect finished parts using micrometers and other precision instruments to confirm accuracy and identify defects.

• Care for your equipment: Verify machine performance and clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment.

• Maintain an organized workspace: Separate and dispose of scrap and waste for reuse, recycling, or disposal according to company policies and environmental requirements.

• Share your experience: Provide direction and support to Level I machinists as assigned.

What You Bring

• Machining experience and a commitment to quality workmanship.

• Ability to set up and operate machine tools and produce parts to specification.

• Skill using precision measuring instruments.

• Attention to detail and a practical approach to solving machining problems.

• A commitment to safe work practices and proper equipment care.

Ready to put your skills in motion? Apply today for a day shift opportunity with pay based on your machining experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dakotaland Manufacturing is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education is a plus.

• Preferably 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.

• Basic ability to read blueprints and shop drawings and work within metal-forming constraints with guidance.

• A team-first attitude, clear communication, and strong problem-solving skills.

• A commitment to quality, accuracy, and learning new skills.

• Ability to stay organized, adapt to change, and meet goals in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to company policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently stand, walk, use your hands, reach, and lift or move up to 40 pounds.

• Occasionally sit, climb, balance, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Use vision, communication, and recall skills to perform tasks safely and accurately.

• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature extremes, dust, fumes, odors, and loud noise.

• Wear required safety glasses and work boots and follow safety precautions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Salary : $19 - $35