CNC Machinist - Toolroom
Company : RMS Company
Location : Coon Rapids, MN
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
About rms Company
rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.
CNC Machinist Intern Position Summary
The CNC Machinist Intern operates CNC machines to support the manufacture of components and devices for the medical device industry while attending schooling in a related accredited program.
Shifts Available: 1st
Responsibilities
CNC Machinist Duties and Responsibilities
- Manufacture fixturing and tooling from engineering drawings with minimal assistance
- Build reliable tooling components on time
- Perform maintenance on Toolroom equipment
- Ensure revision levels of paperwork and tooling components are current
- Design specialty fixturing for Toolroom processes with assistance
- Troubleshoot using numbers based scientific approach, and determine best solutions
- Document maintenance and build activities in required databases
- Surface grind to required tolerances
- Work closely with others to ensure best practices are used during the build of all tooling components
- Monitor and assist in the refinement of all toolroom processes
- Identify fixturing, gaging, and tooling needs for toolroom effectiveness
- Develop CAM programs from CAD generated models
- Set up and operate CNC and Manual Toolroom Equipment to produce high quality precise tooling components and other piece parts
- Setup and operate toolroom measurement equipment
- Adhere to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
- Accurately records and reports hours worked
- Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
- Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
- Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
- Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
- Participate in required company meetings
- Maintain an organized work area (5S)
- Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
- Complete all other work duties as assigned
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- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience
- Technical Degree or equivalent experience
- 1 year of machining precision components
- Capable of performing work activities driven from work orders, project plans, and maintenance procedures, and training documents
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good troubleshooting skills
- Critical thinking and writing
- Good ability to conceptualize complex geometry and assemblies
- Good ability to troubleshoot the machining process
- Basic theory of cutting tools and machining process
- Strong math skills, including trigonometry
- Good ability to identify different materials and their relationship to design (form, fit, and function)
- Advanced theory of cutting tools and machining practices required to manufacture tooling components
- Advanced ability to troubleshoot by reading surface finish
- Excellent open layout measurement skills
- Ability to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Dexterity and hand and eye coordination
- Ability to use a microscope
- Ability to read and comprehend Drawings and GD&T
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
Desirable Criteria & Qualifications
- Proficient in Mastercam, Esprit, SolidWorks
- Medical Device manufacturing
- Proficient in learning/understanding multiple NC machine interfaces (Fanuc, Agie, Charmilles, Accurite, etc.)
- Basic skills and knowledge of Lean principles and toolroom process flow
Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.
Pay Range
USD $25.00 - USD $35.00 /Hr.Company Benefits
All Employees:
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
20+hours:
Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
30+ hours:
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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Frequently asked questions
Mastery in interpreting engineering drawings, proficiency in CNC and manual toolroom machinery, and advanced troubleshooting skills are crucial. Familiarity with GD&T, surface grinding, and CAM programming enhances precision in producing tight-tolerance medical components, aligning with industry standards.
Daily tasks revolve around setting up CNC machines, fabricating tooling and fixtures, conducting surface grinding, and maintaining machinery. Collaboration with quality and engineering teams ensures adherence to strict tolerances and ISO medical device regulations, fostering continuous process improvements.
Opportunities include advancing to CNC programming specialist, toolroom supervisor, or quality assurance roles. Gaining expertise in multiple CNC interfaces and medical device manufacturing can lead to leadership positions within contract manufacturing firms or specialized aerospace sectors.
Certifications such as NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) credentials and familiarity with ISO 13485 standards enhance prospects. Additionally, hands-on experience with medical-grade machining and safety compliance with OSHA regulations is highly regarded in Minnesota's precision manufacturing sector.
RMS Company provides access to cutting-edge medical implant manufacturing technology within a supportive environment. Employees benefit from comprehensive training, an operational excellence culture, and integration with the Cretex Medical family, boosting professional growth in a niche industry.
The company fosters collaboration across departments including engineering, quality, and sales, emphasizing continuous learning and safety. This culture supports machinists in honing precision skills while contributing to high-quality medical device production within a regulated environment.
The pay scale ranges from $25 to $35 per hour, reflecting the specialized skill set required for medical device machining. This competitive rate aligns with Minnesota's precision manufacturing market, rewarding expertise in high-tolerance CNC operations and tooling.
Demand for skilled machinists in Coon Rapids remains strong due to the area's focus on medical device manufacturing. While competition exists, candidates with proficiency in medical-grade CNC machining and toolroom expertise enjoy favorable hiring prospects.
Coon Rapids is well-connected via major highways, facilitating commutes from the Minneapolis metro area. While public transit options are limited, carpooling and employer-supported shuttle services can ease daily travel for CNC machinists.
Entry-level hires are expected to have a technical degree or equivalent machining experience. Training focuses on CNC setup, maintenance, interpreting work orders, and adherence to ISO standards, ensuring readiness to contribute effectively in a regulated medical manufacturing environment.