Machining Technician

Emerson has an exciting opportunity if you are an experienced Machinist looking for an opportunity to grow! Based in our Boulder, Colorado location, you will be responsible for programming and operating CNC machines from prints and CAD models to create one off prototype and low volume parts and tooling to tight tolerances. Proficiency in Mastercam 2025 is preferred, working application of GD&T and fixture creation highly desired. If you have a background in toolmaking and CNC machining, we would love to hear from you! 

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL: 

• Use Mastercam to generate CAD models and CNC programs.
• Perform complex and unusual CNC machine set-ups.
• Create dies and fixtures for forming small to medium sized parts.
• Create 3, 3+2 and 5 axis programs from a drawing or CAD model.
• Build complex fixtures at tight tolerances for machining prototype parts.
• Operate manual and CNC mills and lathes, surface grinder, and other machinery as required.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Demonstrate good interaction and communication skills while working with all Manufacturing and Engineering employees.

WHO YOU ARE: You display a can-do attitude in good and bad times. You are confident under pressure. You model high standards of honesty and integrity.  You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You are a self-starter. You learn quickly when facing new situations. You extract lessons learned from previous failures and mistakes.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED: 

• Associates degree in a technical machining program or machining apprenticeship.
• 5+ years CNC programing, setup, and operation experience in a toolmaking environment.
• Experience with 5 axis programming
• Able to create CNC programs from CAD Models.
• Skilled in the set up and operation of HAAS CNC machinery.
• Must be proficient in metrology equipment to validate parts.
• Familiar with CMM usage both fixed and portable.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English and be understood.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.  Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
  • Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. MUST be US Citizen or possess a Green Card

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART: 

• 10+ years CNC programing, setup, and operation experience in a toolmaking environment.
• Thorough understanding of GD&T preferred.
• Experience in multi axis Lathe and Mill experience 
• Experience working with 300 series stainless and stainless exotics (Nitronic/XM19, Duplex, RA330) and various tool steels, aluminum and plastics.
• Ability to manually edit CNC code as needed.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. In accordance with Colorado EPEWA, the salary/pay range for this role is $60,000 to $86,500 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. 

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of posting.  Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration.

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs. 

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our  Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.  

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training. 

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