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🔧 CNC Set Up Technician
WAF – Crookston | Where Precision Meets Opportunity
Are you the person everyone calls when a CNC machine isn't running quite right? Do you enjoy problem-solving, precision work, and helping production run efficiently? If so, we'd love to meet you!
WAF – Crookston is looking for an experienced CNC Set Up Technician to join our Machine Shop team. This is a highly skilled, hands-on role where you'll be responsible for setting up CNC equipment, troubleshooting machining issues, and ensuring quality parts are produced safely and efficiently. This role will train on the day shift and eventually transfer to 3rd shift.
What You'll Do
- Set up CNC mills and lathes for production runs.
- Install tooling, fixtures, and program offsets.
- Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Perform first-piece inspections and make necessary adjustments.
- Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues to minimize downtime.
- Work closely with operators to ensure quality and productivity goals are achieved.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Help drive continuous improvement throughout the Machine Shop.
What We're Looking For
✔ CNC setup experience in a manufacturing environment
✔ Strong blueprint reading and measuring skills
✔ Experience using precision measuring instruments
✔ Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting abilities
✔ Attention to detail and commitment to quality
✔ Positive attitude and team-first mindset
Why Join WAF – Crookston?
We believe great employees deserve great benefits!
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Up to a 5% monthly discretionary bonus
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Daycare Reimbursement (up to $400/month)
- $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for advancement and career growth
At WAF – Crookston, you'll join a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and people. If you're ready to put your CNC expertise to work in a company that invests in its employees, we want to hear from you!
Apply today through Indeed and help keep precision in motion at WAF – Crookston!
Qualifications:Job Requirements
- Associate degree in machining or equivalent.
- 3 – 5 years machining and setup experience
- Good communication skills.
Salary : $24 - $35