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Milling Machinist - 4th Shift
Company : RMS Company
Location : Anoka, 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: 4th Shift Friday - Sunday 5:00 am - 5:00 pm
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
Taking the 4th shift at RMS Company means working late-night Friday to Sunday, which can benefit those seeking quieter daytime hours or supplemental income. In Anoka, MN, this schedule suits individuals preferring off-peak commutes and offers unique lifestyle flexibility compared to traditional shifts.
In Minnesota's precision medical manufacturing, expertise in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency with measurement tools like micrometers are highly prized. While formal certifications help, hands-on CNC milling experience and knowledge of medical component standards boost employability significantly.
Operating milling CNC machines overnight involves maintaining tight tolerances on medical parts, performing quality inspections, and troubleshooting machine issues with minimal supervision. The 4th shift demands vigilance to ensure consistent output and prevent downtime during less staffed hours.
RMS Company enhances its 4th shift machinist roles with benefits like an onsite medical clinic and wellness programs tailored to shift workers. Paid parental leave and social events foster community despite unconventional hours, helping maintain employee health and morale on late shifts.
The hourly wage for a 4th shift Milling Machinist at RMS ranges approximately from $20.38 to $35.72, reflecting skill level and experience. This competitive pay scale aligns with Minnesota’s demand for skilled CNC operators in medical device manufacturing, rewarding precision and reliability.
Yes, RMS supports growth through training and tuition reimbursement for milling machinists. Advancement paths include programming and setup specialization, or transitioning into supervisory roles, benefiting from the company’s focus on employee development within the medical machining sector.
Anoka’s machinist job market is moderately competitive, with RMS Company contributing steady demand, especially for specialized medical device machining roles. Compared to larger metro areas, candidates with CNC milling expertise and medical industry experience often find advantageous hiring prospects locally.
RMS Company combines high-precision medical manufacturing with advanced CNC milling technology, emphasizing strict quality standards and continuous employee wellness. Unlike generic machinist roles, this position involves working with cutting-edge medical components in a supportive, safety-conscious environment.
RMS rigorously tests chemical exposure levels to stay well below OSHA limits, ensuring machinists’ safety around cutting oils and solvents. The company prioritizes protective protocols and ongoing monitoring, particularly important during the 4th shift when fewer personnel are onsite.
Applicants with strong shop math, blueprint reading, and hands-on experience with tight tolerance milling excel at RMS. Additional skills like microscope use and troubleshooting CNC setups elevate candidates, aligning perfectly with the precision-driven demands of medical device manufacturing.