Machine Shop Helper Jobs in Sandstone, MN (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary
Our Quick Coupling Division in Grantsburg, WI is looking for new CNC Operators to help keep the world moving. CNC Operators are responsible for operating and maintaining CNC machines to produce precision parts to print specifications. This position includes reading blueprints and CAD/CAM programs, selecting and setting tooling and offsets, performing first-article inspections, monitoring run conditions, documenting production data. This role ensures consistent quality, high productivity, and safe operation while supporting continuous improvement in a precision manufacturing environment.
What Is a Quick Coupling?
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $19.9B in revenue in 2025. Parker's Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.
Position Summary

• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Use safety best practices including wearing appropriate PPE, practicing Behavior Based Safety, and performing LOTO.
• Operate, set-up and adjust CNC lathes including multiple spindle CNC lathes.
• Suggest improvements for standard or special tooling to suit materials or unusual cutting conditions.
• Do Operational sequence planning; install chucks and collets, set bar stock feed mechanism and stops to perform operations such as face, turn, drill, ream, bore, tap, thread and cut off stock up to the capacity of the machine; set tooling offsets, adjust computer control settings, install tool holders; program reading and editing, capable of using PC/machine interface.
• Check parts produced for dimensional and finish conformance to specifications. Must be able to correct deviation and notify lead of any significant deviation. Remove and reset tooling or otherwise adjust machine as required. Assure all parts are produced with minimum burrs, if any. Manually clean and deburr parts. Handle specialty parts with care.
• Remove machined parts, bar ends and turnings from machine. Separate recyclable turnings.
• Operate machines to produce pilot pieces for first piece verification to check set-ups; make adjustments to correct variances.
• Maintain statistical process control charting.
• Perform work required from drawings, engineering specifications, layouts and other operating instructions. Recommend improvements.
• Use all standard, variable and attribute gauging to check work.
• Responsible for keeping all tooling used in the area inventoried and organized in the mini-cribs.
• Use ERR's to notify engineering and management of items to be reviewed.
• Maintain proper oil and coolant levels and perform equipment required Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM).
• Participate in the High Performance Team (HPT) and Continuous Improvement processes.
• Participate on Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) teams as required.
• Operate multi-spindle automatics, ISAMs, NoCAMS, and/or Hydromats if assigned by Lead or Supervisor.
• Responsible for quality parts throughout production run.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuously lifting and moving very light weight material (1-5 lbs).
• Frequently lifting and moving average weight material (5-50 lbs).
• Occasional lifting and moving heavy weight material up to (50 lbs. +) with assistance.

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of machining experience preferred.
• Requires the use of complicated drawings, shop mathematics, handbook formulas, variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Able to use judgement to perform and make decisions as to the sequence of set-ups and operation of CNC lathes.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment.
• Competent in the use of computers.
• Parker will provide training for qualified applicants.
• Must have taken and passed Parker QCD Basic Shop Course.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule
Pay

• Starting Hourly Wage - $25.11
• Shift Pay - $2.00
• $1,500 Sign On Bonus

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401(k) Matching & Retirement Income Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Work Schedule

• Five (5) - 8-hour days
• Monday through Friday
• 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
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Drug Tests
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.