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CNC Machining Technician - 1st Shift at Award Staffing

Award Staffing Maple Plain, MN $25 - $30/hour

Job Description

About the Opportunity:
• Job Title: CNC Machining Technician
• Pay Rate Range: $25.00-$30.00/Hour
• Location: Maple Plain, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:30AM-4PM with flexible start and end times. O/T is required.
• Position Type: Temp to Hire

Requirements and Qualifications:
• Mechanical aptitude - Examples include:
1. Tinkering with or building machines
2. Fixing small engines or power tools
3. Experience with auto mechanics or small engines
4. Interest in fabrication, machines, or robotics
• Strong computer literacy - ability to learn and work confidently in CAD/CAM software (Mastercam), file management systems, and digital measuring tools
• Willingness to learn CNC machining or experience operating CNC mills (HAAS preferred)
• Comfortable use of precision tools like micrometers and calipers
• Dependable, self-motivated, and collaborative
• Preferred (but not required):
1. Previous experience in CNC operation, mold making, tool & die, or mechanical engineering
2. Understanding of machining tolerances, feeds/speeds, material types, and digital workflows
3. 50lbs lifting and able to stand for most of the shift.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Use Mastercam to program CNC machines and generate toolpaths for a variety of components.
2. Operate and learn to troubleshoot HAAS vertical milling machines.
3. Pull up and interpret digital part prints, 3D models, and technical drawings.
4. Work with computer-based systems to manage job files, set up programs, and maintain tooling libraries.
5. Perform precision measurement using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify part accuracy.
6. Cut and prep raw steel for machining operations.
7. Maintain digital documentation of work performed, adjustments made, and quality checks.
8. Collaborate with a small, skilled team to meet deadlines and uphold quality standards.
9. Support a clean, organized, and safe work environment Toed Shoes.

Discover Award Staffing:
At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck-it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We're passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let's find the job that's right for you.

Why Award Staffing:
• Values Matching: We don't just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it's the right fit for who you are.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.
• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits:
May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick time per year
Medica
Dental
Vision
Short-term disability
401k

AAP/EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer.

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$52k - $62k is below typical pay for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians nationally

National salary averages
$52k - $62k
↓ 26% vs typical mid-level
Entry
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This job
$48k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $112k

You may have room to negotiate or find better offers elsewhere.

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Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options

Where to negotiate

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Title / level
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Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
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🚀 Compound
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Specialize
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Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+1%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Associate's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024