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Weekend Programmer Jobs in Shakopee, MN (NOW HIRING)

Compensation: 1st class Engineer license: $48.56 hr. plus 2nd shift differential $2.50 hr. with additional weekend differential of $1.00 hr. Provisional: Minimum Qualifications: Experience:1 years of ...

Operating Engineer

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Compensation: 1st class Engineer license: $50.02 hr. plus 2nd shift differential $2.50 hr. with additional weekend differential of $1.00 hr. Provisional: Minimum Qualifications: Experience:1 years of ...

Compensation: 1st class Engineer license: $48.56 hr. plus 2nd shift differential $2.50 hr. with additional weekend differential of $1.00 hr. Provisional: Minimum Qualifications: Experience:1 years of ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend programmer in Shakopee, MN is $42.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.50 and $55.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Weekend programmers are individuals who primarily write, develop, or maintain software during weekends rather than as a full-time weekday job. They might do this to pursue personal projects, contribute to open-source software, or supplement their income with freelance work. Weekend programmers can be professionals seeking extra experience, students learning new skills, or hobbyists enjoying coding in their spare time. This flexible schedule allows them to balance programming with other commitments or interests.

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As a weekend programmer, you work part-time on Saturday-Sunday to complete computer programming responsibilities. Your duties may require you to develop software programs, code program designs into a language a computer understands, test systems to ensure they are working correctly, and install computer updates. You may communicate with software developers as well as the client to ensure efficient translation and development of the program. Some programs may be developed in a couple of days, while other jobs may require multiple weekends to complete. The programs you create may be used for phone applications, operating systems, or websites. A weekend programmer may work for a company or provide freelance services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Programmer, you need strong programming skills in languages like Python, JavaScript, or Java, and a solid understanding of software development principles. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), code editors, and possibly cloud platforms or collaborative tools is common. Effective time management, self-motivation, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for balancing part-time coding with other commitments. These skills enable consistent productivity, quality code delivery, and successful collaboration on weekend or short-term software projects.

What are some typical challenges faced by weekend programmers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Weekend Programmers often face challenges such as balancing tight deadlines with limited work hours, staying aligned with weekday teams, and managing communication gaps. To overcome these, it's important to maintain clear documentation, proactively communicate updates, and leverage collaboration tools to stay in sync with full-time colleagues. Setting clear priorities and expectations with your manager can also help ensure your contributions have maximum impact within the available time.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Programmer job openings in Shakopee, MN as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,903 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

Second Shift Machinist/Programmer

Plymouth, MN • On-site

Andrew Tool & Machining Company
Machinery Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees

$28 - $42/hr

Other

Re-posted 24 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Create and program high complexity parts using Mastercam and document the programs for others to follow

  • Set up new and repeating high complexity parts, design and apply new work holding and fixtures, and perform secondary operations such as deburring

  • Collaborate with production management, engineering, and quality to establish effective processes and ensure product quality and conformance


Job description

Description:

Machinist Level 4

Reports To: Operations Manager

Target Pay Range: $28-42

Job Summary

Machinist level 4 will efficiently make quality conforming product by efficient application of work holding, machine tool setup and tool offset adjustments.

Essential Functions:

The primary duties and responsibilities of a machinist level 4 consist of but are not limited to:

· Highly efficient use of machine tools and time to make quality parts

· Using Mastercam, create clear, logical programs on High complexity parts, with documentation for other to follow

· Design, create and apply new and complex work holding and fixtures

· Setup new and repeating high complexity parts

· Expertly complete secondary operations such as deburring

· Perform basic to advanced machine preventative maintenance activities

· Collaborate with production management, engineering, and quality to establish effective processes

· Work effectively within a team to achieve production goals

· Train, mentor and coach other team members

· Set the example for others to follow with workmanship and teamwork

· Miscellaneous activities as assigned by Manager

Qualifications:

· Education

o High School Diploma (required)

o Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology (Highly Preferred)

· Certifications

o GD&T (Required)

· Background

o 10+ years’ experience machining

o Experience producing tight tolerance parts is both production and prototype environments

o 5+ years’ experience working in ISO or AS workplaces

Accountabilities

· Facilitate a continuous improvement culture

· Foster a team-oriented quality ownership culture

· Ensure compliance to QMS and Safety requirements

· Ensure compliance to Ethics & Employee Handbook

· Ensure effective use of resources

· Effectively produce product within scope of Job Travelers

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment

· Produce product meeting customer specification

· Produce product in accordance with traveler and other internal process documentation

· Meet and/or exceed workmanship standard

Authorities

· Stop processes & shipments due to quality concerns if necessary

· Communicate to Management issues with product and process conformance

· Communicate to Management noncompliance to QMS, Safety, Ethics, and Employee Handbook requirements

Competencies

· Effectively communicate verbally or in writing

· Competent use of Window’s based PC

· Advanced use of CAM software

· Advanced understanding of blue prints

· Ability to use and apply basic math applicable to machining

· Advanced understanding of GD&T and how to apply it

· Advanced ability to troubleshooting/problem solving machine and programming issues on high complexity parts with minimal supervision

· Ability to maintain high level of attention to detail

· Advanced knowledge of cutting tools and their applications

· High proficiency with measuring tools, e.g. micrometers, calipers, pins, vision system, CMM

· Ability to collaborate with others throughout the organization

· Regularly lift 30-50 pounds

DEFINITIONS

Basic- Fundamental understanding of a required skill set

Intermediate- Proficient skill and understanding of a required skill set

Advanced- Proficient skill and understanding of a required skill set with the ability to troubleshoot and train others.

Moderate Complexity - parts which have at least one single, very tight (.0001”) tolerance feature and/or multiple close (.001”) tolerance interrelated features

High Complexity - parts which have two or more very tight (.0001”) tolerance features and/or multiple interrelated tight (.0005”) and/or close (.001”) features

Requirements:

We are looking for experienced and creative machinist who like to tackle the toughest work. Machinist that are successful here have solid experience in Job Shop/ Short run shops and are able to program, setup and run their own work. Having a sold foundation in GD&T as well as inspection of in process parts is a must. If you are a machinist that likes to think, problem solve and make some very interesting and important parts there is truly no better place to work. We have a great benefits package and treat our employees right.