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CNC Setup Machinist - 4 & 5 Axis (Climate-Controlled Shop)

Applied Engineering

Yankton, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

Tired of working on outdated equipment? Come run the best tech in the industry.

Applied Engineering is a precision manufacturing company with over 50 years of success serving aerospace and defense customers. Our pristine, fully climate-controlled facility houses over 60 advanced CNC machines, featuring premium lines like Makino, Matsuura, DMG Mori, and Citizen. Recognized by Modern Machine Shop as a Top Shop for Machining Technology, we invest in world-class equipment and the talented machinists who use it. If you're passionate about 4-axis, 5-axis, or turning work, you'll feel right at home here.

What We Offer You:

  • Premium Environment: Clean, modern, and fully air-conditioned shop floor.
  • Top-Tier Equipment: Setup on world-class Makino, DMG Mori, and Matsuura platforms.
  • True Career Growth: Continuous training on the latest industry standards and tooling technologies.
  • Your Voice Matters: A financial rewards program for implementing your shop-floor improvement ideas.
  • Stability & Peace of Mind: 50+ years of aerospace success, competitive wages, and a rock-solid benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD).

Your Typical Day as a Setup Machinist:

  • Perform complex setups and prove-outs on machining centers.
  • Troubleshoot complex machining issues by interpreting advanced GD&T drawings and adjusting machine parameters.
  • Manage advanced tooling, offsets, and compensations on horizontal mills and multi-axis turning centers.
  • Collaborate directly with programmers, operators, and support staff in a highly motivated, team-oriented environment.

What we are looking for:

  • 2+ years of hands-on CNC setup experience (aerospace experience is a huge plus).
  • A 2-year technical degree in CNC precision machining (or equivalent trade experience).
  • A passion for precision, close tolerances, and high-quality craftsmanship.

Post-offer drug screen and background checks are required

Other Information:

APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER.

APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. OFFERS COMPETITIVE WAGES AND BENEFITS

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” according to U.S. federal law.

Applied Engineering
2008 South Dakota 50
Yankton, SD 57078

 

Medical/Dental/Vision with Empire BlueCross BlueShield
* PPO Plan
* HDHP/HSA Plan
* Dental Plan with High/Low Options
* Vision Plan with Empire Blue View

Life and Disability with Anthem Life
* Free Short Term Disability policy
* Optional Long-Term Disability policy
* Free $15,000 life insurance policy
* Optional term life insurance

Other
* Employee Assistance Program – Avera
* Optional Accident and Critical Illness plan – UNUM
* Paid Holidays (8)