We are looking forCNC Machinist Rockstar,for our weekday shift operation at our Des Moines, IA facility. This is a full-time position, 5:30am -4:00pm Monday-Thursday. This means extended weekends off, Friday-Sunday!
Clientis a multi-product mix machining company that regularly works with exotic aerospace and structural-related alloys. Using modern state of the art CNC machine tools, we serve diverse industries including Aerospace, Defense, Agriculture, and Transportation which provides the right individual with an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development.
If you are looking for a workplace where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of a team that values integrity and excellence? Join us! Here at Innovative Manufacturing and Engineering Inc., we believe in being intentional and planning for success. We own our work, take responsibility, and do the right thing, always acting with honesty and reliability. We foster a fun, healthy work environment where respect, teamwork, and a positive attitude drive us forward. Challenges don’t hold us back—we rise to the occasion, learn new skills, and take action. As stewards of our company and community, we are committed to keeping manufacturing strong in Iowa, creating jobs, and building a future right here at home. We continuously strive for excellence, never leaving problems for others to solve. If you’re ready to be part of something great, we’d love to have you on our team!
Duties:
Perform Set Ups and operation on our Multitask machines.
Ability to use forethought and best machining practices to achieve optimal performance results within the allocated timeframe.
Experience with tight tolerance aerospace / defense and NPI machining with the ability to hold tolerances of +/- .0002.”
Must be able to maintain a 90% efficiency rate during set-up/operation, and scrap rate of less than 1%.
Read and follow job orders, set-up sheet and work instructions and provide feedback to improve processes.
Keep a positive mindset, even in challenging moments
Measure and document as required inspection data to assure part compliance, utilizing mechanical methods, and automated CMMs.
Read and interpret blueprint dimensions, symbols, and notes.
Organize, clean, and maintain work area using 5s practices.
Communicate with Engineering on issues, needs, and improvements.
Build Fixtures to drawing requirements.
Set up, Prove-out and optimize processes to minimize cycle-time and increase probability of success while communicating and working with other departments i.e.) Sales, Engineering, Quality.
Train Machine Operators if/when job is turned over to production.
Ability to work independently and identify issues, and problem solve in a productive timeframe.
Maintains focus on process improvement and reduction of cycle times while maintaining quality.
Qualifications/skills:
7+ or more years (preferred) setting up and operating CNC 3, 4, & 5 axis mills, turning centers and multi-axis machines
Attention to detail
Excellent knowledge of machine and controller functions
Excellent knowledge of machine tolerances
Commanding knowledge of GD&T and applications
Excellent mechanical skills
Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
Advanced mathematical and geometrical knowledge
Good communicator, ability to listen, ask questions, and provide solutions
Ability to work extra hours when needed
Self-Motivated
Positive attitude
Strong Work Ethic
Familiarity with AS9100 Standards
High school diploma / GED
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk and reach. The ability to lift products and supplies, up to 40 pounds. May be subject to cutting fluids, lubricants, metal chips and moderate noises.
Other Duties
Additional duties may be required.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Thursday
Overtime on Friday
Supplemental Pay:
Overtime pay
Experience:
Machining: 7 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Information
Locations Position Open to Prefer locals but will consider non localsIndustry ManufacturingStatus OpenJob Age 12 Day'sCreated Date 04/23/2025No.of Positions 1Duration Zip Code
