Description
Who we’re looking for: an experienced CNC machinist that is looking to get off the shop floor.

• You’ve spent time on the shop floor setting up and running 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
• You know feeds, speeds, and offsets because you’ve done the work—not just watched it.
• You have experience in fixture design or complex part holding.

If you haven’t run a CNC machine, this role isn’t the right match. (It’s not an IT, software-support, or call-center job.)

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you. If not, thanks for taking a look and good luck with your search!

Are you a problem-solving, customer-focused professional with a passion for machining, workholding, and precision manufacturing? Do you enjoy applying your technical expertise, CAD experience, and knowledge of HMC, VMC, and 4- and 5-axis machining to develop creative solutions that help customers optimize their manufacturing processes?

At Mate Precision Technologies, we Respect, Support, and Inspire metalworking professionals around the world — and we’re looking for a talented CNC Technical Solutions Specialist to join our team at our headquarters in Anoka, Minnesota.

As a CNC Technical Solutions Specialist, you’ll collaborate closely with customers to evaluate machining applications, develop innovative workholding concepts, and recommend solutions that drive performance, productivity, and precision. This role blends hands-on machining experience, strong technical judgment, and clear communication to deliver the high-level support Mate is known for.

If you're ready to bring your machining expertise into a customer-facing, solution-driven role with opportunities for continuous learning and impact — this is the role for you!

What You’ll Do

As a CNC Technical Solutions Specialist, you will:

• Evaluate customer applications by assessing their machining and/or forming environments (HMC, VMC, 5-axis/5-sided setups, usable workspace, table layouts, and/or press brakes and related equipment).
• Analyze key machining factors including material type, removal rate, clamping method, and part size.
• Collaborate directly with customers to understand their manufacturing challenges across machining and metal forming processes while providing both pre-sale and post-sale technical support.
• Apply strong mechanical aptitude and deep product and process knowledge to diagnose customer challenges, develop practical solutions through engineering concept drawings, sketches, and 3D CAD models for Workholding and press brake applications. Prepare formal quotations, including establishing pricing and lead times using Mate’s business systems.
• Develop working knowledge of press brake tooling and forming applications through structured training and hands-on experience.
• Deliver exceptional technical service that reflects Mate’s industry-leading reputation for customer care.
• Work collaboratively with team members while demonstrating responsiveness, openness, and support.
• Model Mate’s values through reliability, sound judgment, honesty, and accountability.
• Contribute to a respectful, communication-focused work environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with multi-axis VMC/HMC machining, including machine setup and programming.
• Strong working knowledge of workholding principles, clamping mechanics, and the effects of material type and thickness.
• Practical understanding of cutting tool design, application, and performance.
• Hands-on experience with various tooling designs and machining applications.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent (preferred).
• Excellent spatial reasoning with the ability to visualize in 2D and 3D.
• Strong math skills, especially related to force, tolerances, and metric/inch conversions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and online research tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• What would be a bonus: Fluency in a foreign language—especially Spanish, Japanese, or French.
• What would be a bonus: Comprehensive knowledge in Press Brake or Punch Press Tooling
• Ability to work on-site at our Anoka, Minnesota headquarters five days per week.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position involves both office and manufacturing environments. You will:

• Sit for extended periods and work on a computer.
• Use hands and fingers to operate office and engineering tools.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, or stoop.
• Lift or move items up to 15 lbs.
• Perform visual inspections requiring close vision and focus adjustments.

Work environments include:

• A standard office setting with normal lighting, ventilation, and temperature.
• Occasional visits to manufacturing areas with moderate noise and required PPE.

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $38.00–$44.25 per hour depending upon education and experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, PTO, Paid Holidays, and more
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Award-Winning Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

If you’re ready to apply your machining expertise in a role that blends technical problem-solving, customer partnership, CAD creativity, and innovation — join Mate!