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Manual Turning and Gun Drill Machine Operator - OTJ Training

Metal Craft Machine & Engineering
River, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026

The posted range reflects market-based pay. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and related qualifications.


***On The Job Training Available***

 

METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company and our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.

 

We are seeking a MANUAL TURNING AND GUNDRILL MACHINE OPERATOR  to join our team! An ideal candidate is an individual that is passionate about their work and committed to quality, service, excellence, and innovation.

 

Our Culture is best in class! 

“Built right. Every time” is not just a slogan, we build things that make a difference in people’s lives.  A career at METAL CRAFT is rewarding for far more reasons than you might imagine.  Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. We understand there are lots of choices out there, that is why for over 40 years we have been providing stability, a safe and clean environment, challenging work and are invested in the growth of our people to take them as far as they want to go. 

 

In this role, the MANUAL TURNING AND GUNDRILL MACHINE OPERATOR will set up and operate a variety of manual turning and gun drill machines to perform a series of machining operations as defined in the job routings. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:  

  • Reads and understands blueprint, job routings, setup sheets and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions and tolerances.
  • Must be able to run more than one machine where cycle time permits.
  • Perform Quality Control Characteristics documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.
  • Inspect parts using tools that include, but are not limited to micrometers, calipers, vision systems and height stands.
  • Operate turning and gun drill machines with supervision.
  • Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • High School Degree or GED diploma
  • 0-1 years of experience in a similar position in a machine shop and/or training

 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to read blue prints.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, adapt to shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Problem solving and decision making skills and the ability to think independently.
  • Must be able to work in other areas on an as needed basis.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate and work well with others.
  • Show initiative in work by being a self starter, suggesting new ideas for completing a job, giving input as to how to improve the efficiency of a job, and organizing work time in order to complete jobs in a timely matter.  

 

CORE VALUES

  • People – We can do it
  • Innovation – We work together
  • Service – We honor our word
  • Quality – We do what’s right

 


1st shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00AM – 3:30PM overtime as needed.  

Non-exempt (hourly) 
Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO)
  
Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
 

Salary : $18 - $24

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