Protolabs2mo ago

USD 30.38–41/yr

Machinist II

United States·Brooklyn ParkFull-timemid

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Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.

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Be yourself at Protolabs

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a Machinist II!

Protolabs is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, independent machinist to work directly with our CNC Engineering & manufacturing team(s). The role requires an elevated understanding of machining practices & principles (milling and turning). Candidates will often be reworking features/geometries on live production orders that were manufactured in our state of the art, ever evolving, automated CNC machining processes

Shifts Monday -Friday

Independently produce CAD/CAM programs Via Master-Cam software

Design quick & efficient fixturing/work holding solutions

Setup/Operate Haas VF2 3-Axis CNC milling machines, Haas ST-30Y, and Integrex i-100 Bartac-S

Maintain Engineering tooling & inventory

Independently inspect/maintain QC conformance through small quantity production runs

Perform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or machines and general shop equipment

Continuously meet/provide observational feedback to MFG ENG & Production teams

Leads the implementation of manufacturing best practices in partnership with Engineers

Leads and facilitates continuous improvement changes (including 5S activities) alongside engineers through the implementation of projects to improve results

Collaborate with engineers to investigate process issues to understand and determine root causes

Coach, mentor, and trainer for other technicians. May provide training and instruction to other production personnel.

Documents operating procedures and provide training and instructions to other production personnel.

Supports projects related to new production equipment, process improvement, cost reductions, and new product introductions

Troubleshoot production problems as needed. Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and quality issues. Identify potential design improvements and alternatives.

Perform additional tasks, other duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

HS Diploma or Trade School Certification

Minimum of 7 years of applicable manufacturing experience

Ability to work independently or within a team, as an individual contributor in a fast-paced environment

Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams

Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner to meet assigned deadlines

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under limited supervision

Capable of independently performing root cause analysis of situations and implementing corrective actions.

Knowledge of new and emerging technologies in manufacturing

Ideally fluent in PowerPoint & Excel

Completion of an Apprenticeship Program and/or extensive training in machining practices
Technical or Vocational Certificate in CNC Machining, Machine Tool Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or similar
Associate’s degree in advanced manufacturing Machine Tool Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology
7+ Years of applicable MFG Experience
Experience working within an engineering or R&D environment

We offer a competitive salary

In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.