Foundry Operator
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
$35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... CNC Machinists and material handling positions as we continue to grow and expand production ... New Hope * And most communities west of the Twin Cities Who We're Looking For * Entry-level ...
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$35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... CNC Machinists and material handling positions as we continue to grow and expand production ... New Hope * And most communities west of the Twin Cities Who We're Looking For * Entry-level ...
Monticello, MN · On-site
$17 - $23.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Cast Operator (Entry Level and Skilled openings) * FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) * Reports to: CNC Department Manager * Schedule: 1st Shift (6am-4:30pm M-Th) or 2nd Shift (4:30pm-3am M-Th)
Monticello, MN · On-site
$17 - $23.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Cast Operator (Entry Level and Skilled openings) * FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) * Reports to: CNC Department Manager * Schedule: 1st Shift (6am-4:30pm M-Th) or 2nd Shift (4:30pm-3am M-Th)
Two Harbors, MN · On-site
$29.50 - $38/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
This is an onsite, entry-level position ideal for individuals seeking to develop and expand their ... Install and maintain advanced manufacturing and automation equipment such as CNC machines, robotic ...
Two Harbors, MN · On-site
$29.50 - $38/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
This is an onsite, entry-level position ideal for individuals seeking to develop and expand their ... Install and maintain advanced manufacturing and automation equipment such as CNC machines, robotic ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
Quick apply
Chaska, MN · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience ... casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing ...
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$18.25 - $22/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Cast Operator (Entry Level and Skilled openings) * FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) * Reports to: CNC Department Manager * Schedule: 1st Shift (6am-4:30pm M-Th) or 2nd Shift (4:30pm-3am M-Th)
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$18.25 - $22/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Cast Operator (Entry Level and Skilled openings) * FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) * Reports to: CNC Department Manager * Schedule: 1st Shift (6am-4:30pm M-Th) or 2nd Shift (4:30pm-3am M-Th)
Maple Plain, MN · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Maple Plain, MN · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Maple Plain, MN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Maple Plain, MN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Maple Plain, MN · Hybrid
$55K/yr
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Quick apply
Maple Plain, MN · Hybrid
$55K/yr
... to our CNC and 3D Printing service lines. This entry-level position is designed to support Protolabs' growth by effectively supporting customers through the sales processes, ensuring a smooth ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
Cottage Grove, MN · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on training and development into more advanced ... Support CNC machine cleaning and industrial housekeeping activities around production equipment ...
$17.12 - $29.09/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and similar CNC machine tools. * Refer to the tooling list and ...
$17.12 - $29.09/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and similar CNC machine tools. * Refer to the tooling list and ...
$17.12 - $29.09/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and similar CNC machine tools. * Refer to the tooling list and ...
$17.12 - $29.09/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and similar CNC machine tools. * Refer to the tooling list and ...
Alexandria, MN · On-site
$19 - $22/hr
Assemble entry-level products to meet established standards for quality, quantity, efficiency, and ... CNC Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that ...
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Alexandria, MN · On-site
$19 - $22/hr
Assemble entry-level products to meet established standards for quality, quantity, efficiency, and ... CNC Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... for entry level coworkers * Communicate within and without the Quality department as needed ... Mechanical aptitude: previous experience in a machine shop, preferably with CNC machining is ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... for entry level coworkers * Communicate within and without the Quality department as needed ... Mechanical aptitude: previous experience in a machine shop, preferably with CNC machining is ...
Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... for entry level coworkers * Communicate within and without the Quality department as needed ... Mechanical aptitude: previous experience in a machine shop, preferably with CNC machining is ...
Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... for entry level coworkers * Communicate within and without the Quality department as needed ... Mechanical aptitude: previous experience in a machine shop, preferably with CNC machining is ...
$13.89 - $15.58
2% of jobs
$15.58 - $17.27
7% of jobs
$17.27 - $18.96
13% of jobs
$19.35 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18.96 - $20.65
14% of jobs
$20.65 - $22.34
14% of jobs
The median wage is $22.47 / hr.
$22.34 - $24.04
15% of jobs
$25.73 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.04 - $25.73
11% of jobs
$25.73 - $27.42
9% of jobs
$27.42 - $29.11
8% of jobs
$29.11 - $30.80
4% of jobs
$30.80 - $32.49
3% of jobs
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| Aspect | Entry Level Cnc | Entry Level Machinist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Basic CNC operator certification or training | High school diploma; some may have technical training |
| Work Environment | Manufacturing shops with CNC machines | Machine shops, manufacturing facilities |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Common in precision manufacturing, aerospace, automotive | Used across various manufacturing sectors, including metalworking |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | Yes | Yes |
Entry Level Cnc and Entry Level Machinist roles often overlap, especially in manufacturing environments. While CNC roles focus on operating computer-controlled machines, machinists may also set up and manually operate machines. Both require technical skills and familiarity with manufacturing processes, but CNC positions typically emphasize computer literacy and programming basics. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.
The most popular types of Cnc jobs in Minnesota are:
For Entry Level Cnc jobs in Minnesota, the most frequently searched job titles are:
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$20 - $25/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 7 days ago
Description
Ermak Foundry & Machining, a fast-growing manufacturing company, is seeking a motivated Foundry Worker to join our team in Chaska, Minnesota. In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience, with an incentive based on performance.
We are committed to investing in our employees' future success, and we offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
Day in the Life:
As a Foundry Worker, you will play a critical role in producing high-quality parts by:
About Ermak Foundry & Machining:
At Ermak, we are dedicated to creating a positive and cooperative work environment where every employee has the opportunity to thrive and grow. Our company has been in business for over 60 years and specializes in a unique set of technologies to create our customers' desired products, such as sand casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing facilities that combine the fantastic customer service you can expect from small businesses with the technology modern factories provide.
Our ideal candidate is a:
If you are a hardworking, detail-oriented individual who is looking to take the first step in their manufacturing career, we encourage you to apply today! Our initial mobile-friendly online application is quick and easy to fill out, and we look forward to meeting you soon.
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The CaneKast Network
Ermak Foundry & Machining is part of CaneKast. At CaneKast, we believe in the power of local manufacturing and are creating a coast-to-coast network of non-ferrous casting facilities that provide top-quality products, on-time delivery, and outstanding customer service.
We are a team, offering a supportive work environment where everyone is valued and appreciated. We believe that every worker has a vital role to play in our company's success, and we work hard to create a culture of collaboration and innovation where ideas are shared, and everyone has a voice.
Joining the CaneKast team means being part of a company that is dedicated to excellence in everything we do. We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our team and help us achieve our mission of providing high-quality casting services to businesses of all sizes.
Mission:
At CaneKast, we are passionate about providing our customers with the best possible casting services. Our customers have access to workers with decades of experience in the "art" of casting, along with the technological know-how to implement the "science" of materials. We are committed to delivering outstanding customer service and support, and our management team is always available to answer your questions and address your concerns.
Services:
We specialize in non-ferrous foundries and associated services such as CNC machining, heat treating, pattern/prototype development, and secondary finishing. We cover the breadth of casting production from green sand to no-bake/air-set to gravity-fed die-cast/permanent mold.
Join our team and be a part of something great. With CaneKast, you can make a real impact and help us shape the future of manufacturing.
Requirements
Candidates must have:
No experience is required as we will train the right candidate!
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Coal, metals and minerals mining
11 - 50 Employees
Chaska, MN, US
1958