CNC Setup Machinist – Mills & Lathes

Job overview

The CNC Setup Machinist – Mills & Lathes role is an onsite, full-time position in Minneapolis, MN, with pay of $28–$40 per hour. TekPro Engineering is hiring experienced CNC talent for a precision manufacturer in Blaine, Minnesota, offering work with advanced equipment and opportunities to develop machining skills. This role produces precision components by setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes, making adjustments to maintain tight tolerances, and coordinating with quality, engineering, and production to meet specifications and schedules.

What you'll do

• Set up and run CNC mills and/or lathes
• perform tool changes, offsets, and adjustments
• interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and setup documentation
• inspect parts with precision measurement tools
• troubleshoot basic machining and tooling issues
• collaborate with quality, engineering, and production
• maintain a safe, orderly work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cnc setup machinist

mills and lathes

precision machining

cnc mills

cnc lathes

blueprint reading

gd&t

metrology

full-time

day shift

weekend shift available

minneapolis mn

tekpro engineering

$28–$40/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Direct-hire role
• multiple schedules
• premium pay for second and weekend shifts
• modern CNC equipment
• opportunities to advance from operator to setup machinist.

Why this role

Multiple schedules are available, including first shift (6:00 AM–4:30 PM), second shift (4:00 PM–2:30 AM, with a 10% premium), and weekend shift (6:00 AM–6:30 PM, with a 25% premium).

About the employer

TekPro Engineering is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.