3rd Shift Manufacturing Lead

Machine Operator Lead – Third Shift

Location:

Eagan, Minnesota.

Third Shift – Sunday‑Thursday 10:00 PM–6:00 AM (need to start 30 minutes prior to shift start).

You must be able to train on the First Shift (Monday‑Friday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM), approximately one month or as long as needed.

As a Machine Operator Lead you will maintain work cell(s) within the manufacturing environment including set‑ups, troubleshooting, and operating CNC Machining Centers and other manufacturing equipment. These will include but are not limited to Haas vertical machining centers, Fanuc robotic arms, Amada turret punch, and other manually operated machines.

• Set‑up and operate CNC vertical machining centers.
• Ability to read and interpret component prints or drawings, make calculations, and resolve technical problems.
• Must be proficient in the use of measuring devices (i.e., calipers and micrometers).
• Must understand G&M Codes and macro programming.
• Demonstrate ability to enter and edit programs to ensure proper machine operation.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Utilize knowledge of machining processes to produce quality parts.
• Conduct first‑piece and hourly inspection to ensure quality standards.
• Successfully demonstrate troubleshooting and problem‑solving ability.
• Understand the preventative maintenance requirements of CNC machining centers and implement maintenance based on defined schedules.
• Understand the 5S and workplace organization of work‑centers and demonstrate ability to maintain each area within these guidelines.
• Demonstrate ability to complete parts to the established production rates.
• Maintain metric documentation and daily reporting of work‑center performance, KPI’s (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost).

• High School Diploma/Equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years as a CNC Machinist experience is required.
• Advanced Degree/trade School Preferred.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends, as needed.
• Reliable and dependable attendance.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written form with supervisors and co‑workers.
• Mechanical aptitude Preferred.
• Safety first attitude.
• Setup and troubleshooting skills.

Physical requirements:

frequent reaching, gripping, and carrying up to 50 lbs., plus frequent standing, stooping, bending, squatting, and walking.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including Medical, Dental, 401K and bonuses.

$23 – $29 per hour with $1.75 shift differential.

Prefer focus on Haas – wood industry is not quite transferable.

Mostly machine operator work – back filling for lead when necessary.

We’re a background check and pre‑hire drug screen company where allowed by law.

• Safe Fleet does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry veteran status or any other status protected by law.