Machinist-1st Shift

Anoka, MN

Full Time

Posted October 22, 2026

$32 - $36/hr

Application opens on company website

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 23, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Not Specified
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

This role has competitive pay and range of $32.00-$36.00/Hour based on experience

Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes
Operate manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, band saws, and precision grinding equipment
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
Select proper tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment
Inspect parts using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, etc.)
Make basic program edits at the machine as needed (offsets, wear, minor changes)
Maintain part quality and meet production requirements
Perform basic machine maintenance and keep work area clean and organized
Follow all safety, quality, and company procedures
Communicate issues related to tooling, materials, or machine performance to supervision

Experience running CNC milling and turning equipment
Experience operating manual mills and lathes
Ability to hold close tolerances and perform precision work
Strong understanding of machining fundamentals (feeds, speeds, tooling, materials)
Ability to read blueprints and use standard inspection tools
Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently on 2nd shift
CNC setup experience
Experience with short-run or job shop work
Experience with precision grinding (surface or cylindrical)
Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.