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CNC Support Tech II

Proto Labs, Inc.
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Minnesota, Brooklyn Park
Sep 03, 2025
Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It's our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. Join our team as a CNC Support Tech II! The CNC Support Tech-1 is responsible for maintaining cutting tools & related tooling associated with CNC machining. This includes supporting production operators with tooling related problems. M-TH 7AM-5PM What you will do Maintain inventory of CNC cutting tools & holders, including organizing, sorting & record keeping. * Inspect & change CNC cutting tools & holders per conditional requirements * Install, set-up & calibrate CNC cutting tools * Perform basic calibrations and basic operations on CNC Mills and Equipment * Provide feedback regarding tooling issues to appropriate departments. * Work with, assist and coach operators, as required regarding tooling related criteria * Enter operational data into database on daily basis * Engage with and manage work orders as appropriate via CMMS software (i.e., Pirana) * calibrate & inspect digital CNC probes, (tool probe & work probe). * Diagnose & recover machines from tooling related alarms. * Diagnose/troubleshoot tool wear and tooling inconsistencies. * Provide feedback regarding machine & equipment status. * Assist with & perform material type changeovers on CNC machines (Flexing of tool sets) * Assist with coolant pressure, coolant concentricity & vacuum pressure audits * Assist in maintaining, assembling, inspecting & inventory of work holding fixtures * Perform blade changes on automated bandsaw, using appropriate LOTO procedure * Communicate updates by use of email & verbal communication * Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department * Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization * Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance * Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures * Perform additional tasks as assigned What it takes Minimal High School diploma or equivalent Education * 1 years of manual machining or CNC experience Must be mechanically inclined * Knowledge of CNC mill setup and operation * Strong Problem-Solving skills * Able to work safely with sharp & heavy objects (i.e. cutting tools, fixtures, etc.) * Able to use required measuring instruments such as calipers, dial indicators, inspections cameras, etc. * Able to perform consistent quality inspection of cutting tools * Able to safely operate handheld and stationary power tools * Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook etc.) * Able to use a computer and calculator * Ability to follow direction from supervisors, technical leads and computer or printed instructions * Able to read and write in English along with ability to complete basic arithmetic * Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment * Must be able to work well socially with others * Must be punctual and have good attendance * Strong attention to detail * Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads * Good written and oral communication skills Bonus to have * Experience with cutting tools (drills, saws, grinders, etc) * Experience with professional inspection & quality audits * Experience with CNC digital work probe & tooling probes (set-up, replacement, recovery) * Experience with troubleshooting & recovering CNC machine alarms * Manual machining or CNC machining experience What is in it for you We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to: Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account (including employer contributions) Dental and Vision Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid caregiver leave You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours 401k with company match and immediate vest Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate Matching grants through Protolabs foundation And More! Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications. Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role. Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Physical Demands: While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Work Environment: Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.