• CNC Machinist Trainer

    University of St. Thomas (St. Paul, MN)


    OVERVIEW

    The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a CNC Machinist Trainer (Lab Manager) position within the Mechanical Engineering department.

     

    The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

    JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

    The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

     

    + Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility

    + Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility

    + A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility

    + Medical, dental, and vision options

    + Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

     

    Salary Range: $54,210 to $80,000

     

    The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

    JOB SUMMARY

    The CNC Operations Manager oversees CNC fabrication and instruction operations in the St. Thomas Center for Advanced Manufacturing. The CNC Operations Manager is responsible for instructing students in the safe operation of CNC equipment ensuring compliance with safety procedures. This position assists in the development of CNC training curriculum development and identifies areas for continuous improvement. The CNC Operations Manager provides supervision and broad fabrication support within the machine shop.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    + Oversee CNC machining equipment and operations, ensuring safe and appropriate work practices, consumable items and materials are stocked, and machines are kept in top functioning order

    + Support fabrication and prototyping efforts for School of Engineering activities through programming and operating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills and providing design and fabrication guidance

    + Provide instruction in safe operation of manual and CNC equipment and participate in CNC training curriculum development and continuous improvement

    + Supervise student work in machine shop and provide guidance in fabrication methods and machine setup and operation

    + Ensure compliance with safety procedures, acting as a resource for safe lab practices

    + Provide a high level of customer service when interacting with students, faculty, and staff

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelors level degree in industrial technology, or journeyman machinist, tool and die maker, or an Associate’s

     

    degree in a technical field

     

    + Three years of practical technical or lab experience programming and using CNC machines

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Educational experience

    + Five years of experience machining with 3-axis and 5-axis mills, part fabrication

    + Knowledge of safe work practices in industrial environments

     

    An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

    HOW TO APPLY

    All interested candidates must apply online athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

     

    In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

     

    Official job posting is available atwww.stthomas.edu/jobs.

     

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    Job Post Information* : Posted Date1 week ago(4/24/2025 12:00 PM)

     

    CampusSt. Paul

     

    FLSA StatusExempt/Salaried

     

    Employment TypeFull-Time Staff