Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

Where You’ll Work – High Pressure, a subsidiary of Graco, Inc.

High Pressure Equipment Company (HiP) is a premium supplier of high pressure valves, fittings and tubing. For over 60 years, HiP has continued to deliver quality, dependable products and services to customers across the globe.

Our high standards for quality, service and value have enabled us to achieve preferred supplier status with a wide variety of market leaders in many different industries, such as waterjet cutting and blasting, oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical, research and development, universities and governments and general industry.

Ready to join us?

JOB PURPOSE

Operate CNC machines to safely produce parts that meet Graco-HiP quality requirements at the lowest cost in a timely manner while minimizing waste of materials and resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operate a variety of CNC machines within a department.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area
• Adjusts tools and replace as needed
• Perform daily maintenance of machines as required and keep supervisor informed of necessary maintenance beyond operator ability.
• Must read and understand work orders and blueprints for the parts being run (includes Geometric Tolerancing)
• Provide accurate inventory counts at all times and keep parts in appropriate areas.
• Perform necessary side operations during machine cycle tie as required ( i.e., deburring)
• Work as a team member to aid all shifts and support personnel to operate to departmental standards including quality and productivity goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of equivalent prior machining experience
• Ability to pass HiP skill based training checklist for Level C Machinist
• Two year qualifying machining program or a technical school certificate in machining (preferred)

SKILLS

• Ability to read and understand CNC programs and operational layouts as required
• Ability to perform a sequence of operations under minimum supervision and consistently maintain the performance levels set for quality and quantity.
• Understanding of safety rules and regulations to prevent unsafe set-ups, operations, or acts which might cause injury to self, others, or environment
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings
• Knowledge of hand measuring instruments, not limited to gauges, calipers, indicators, and micrometers
• Understanding of basic math, geometry, and algebra
• Strong PC skills and ability to work with Microsoft products
• Good Interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Trade school training on CNC machines
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Certificate

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• In an 8-hr workday, must be able to sit 1 hr, stand 6 hrs, and walk 1 hrs
• A workday may exceed 8 hours to a maximum of no greater than 12 hours
• Position requires frequent bending and stooping, occasional use of fixed or portable stairs, crouching and kneeling and reaching above the shoulder
• Must occasionally lift and load up to 30 lbs  and not to exceed 45 lbs where a use of a hoist may be necessary
• Requires frequent repetitive elbow movements and simple grasping with both hands and occasional firm grasping and fine manipulation with both hands: (lifting, dexterity, coordination, mobility, etc).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship). Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position. 

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

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.

The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation.  If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience.  In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees.  Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role.  Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.