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2nd/3rd Shift Mill/Turn Machinist - Ortho
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.
Milling CNC Machinist Position Summary
The Milling CNC Machinist operates CNC machines to support the manufacture of components and devices for the medical device industry.
Shifts Available: 2nd or 3rd Shift; Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:00 am OR Monday - Thursday 7:30 pm - 5:30 am
Sign-On Bonus Available: $1,000-$5,000 dependent on level of experience!
Responsibilities
Milling CNC Machinist Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate Milling CNC machines
- Perform quality inspection on completed parts
- Perform preventative maintenance on Milling CNC machines to ensure consistent machine performance
- Complete tool changes
Qualifications
Milling CNC Machinist Position Requirements
- Operator experience with Milling CNC machines
- Strong math background, preferable in machine math/shop math
- Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Experience using a microscope
- Ability to read measurement equipment such as micrometer, caliper, pressure micrometer
Milling CNC Machinist Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Machining experience with medical components, devices, or instruments
- Previous experience with tight tolerances
- Programming experience with Milling CNC Machines
- Experience with set-up on Milling CNC Machines
- Experience in troubleshooting of Milling CNC Machines
rms Company Benefits
As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.
rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:
- Onsite Clinic
- Paid Parental Leave
- Monthly Social Events
- Annual Employee Appreciation Week
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
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 $20.38 - USD $35.72 /Hr.Pay Range Details
This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.
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
Working 2nd or 3rd shifts at RMS Company means operating primarily during evenings and nights, which can suit those favoring quieter work hours. This schedule offers extended weekends (Monday-Thursday shifts), enabling longer personal time, but requires adjustment to sleep patterns and social activities due to off-peak hours.
Producing medical implants demands precision within tight tolerance ranges, so machinists must meticulously monitor machine settings and perform frequent quality checks. This requires advanced measurement skills using micrometers and calipers, ensuring parts meet strict GD&T standards critical for patient safety.
Expertise in CNC milling operations, blueprint reading, and GD&T interpretation is vital. Candidates should also be adept with micrometers, calipers, and microscopes to handle precision inspections. Prior experience with medical device machining and troubleshooting CNC machines enhances performance in this specialized environment.
RMS offers benefits like an onsite medical clinic, paid parental leave, and a wellness program, which foster employee well-being. Additionally, working within the Cretex Medical family means exposure to high-tech medical manufacturing and ongoing development opportunities uncommon in typical machining firms.
RMS encourages growth through training programs, tuition reimbursement, and hands-on experience with advanced CNC technologies. Employees gain skills transferable within Cretex Medical’s network, positioning machinists for roles in setup, programming, or quality inspection tailored to medical components.
Pay ranges from $20.38 to $35.72 per hour, reflecting varying skill and experience levels. Entry-level machinists typically start near the lower end, while seasoned operators with medical machining expertise and programming abilities may earn closer to the top of this competitive scale.
The Coon Rapids area shows solid demand for skilled machinists, especially for evening and night shifts in medical manufacturing. This is driven by local companies like RMS Company needing operators experienced in precision machining to support growing healthcare product output.
Coon Rapids offers a moderate cost of living compared to larger metro areas, which helps maintain competitive wage levels without excessive pressure on employers. Salaries for machinists here tend to balance local economic factors with specialized skill premiums tied to medical device manufacturing.
Mill/Turn Machinists combine milling and turning operations, demanding versatility in handling multiple machine types. They require strong math skills for precise measurements and must interpret complex blueprints, especially important in producing intricate medical components with tight tolerances.
RMS rigorously monitors chemical exposure levels related to cutting oils and solvents, conducting regular OSHA-compliant testing. This commitment to workplace safety minimizes risks, ensuring machinists work in a controlled environment that prioritizes health alongside precision manufacturing.