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 – White Knight Fluid Handling Inc., a subsidiary of Graco, Inc.

White Knight was established in 1995 and has consistently developed and manufactured high-quality products. We are a leading supplier of pumps and fluid transfer technology to the semiconductor, Solar Cells, LEDs, flat-panel displays, electronic and industrial markets.

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Job Purpose
Operate CNC machines in a productive and safe manner to produce parts that meet Graco’s quality standards at the lowest cost in a timely manner while minimizing the waste of materials and resources.

Essential Duties

• Operate a variety of CNC machines within a factory
• 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 layouts, routings, and blueprints for the parts being run
• Demonstrated proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Provide accurate inventory counts at all times and keep parts in appropriate storage areas
• Proficient in the use of comparators, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related measurement tools
• Collect and input SPC data which involves the use of comparator, CMM, Trimos, gages, and related test instruments
• Perform necessary side operations during machine cycle time as required (i.e., deburring).
• Work as a team member to aid all shifts and support personnel to produce machined parts which meet Graco standards of quality and productivity goals
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Education/Certifications
• High School diploma or GED
• Completion of a Machine Tool Technology degree program or a Technical School Certificate in Machining or an equivalent number of years of machining experience is preferred.
• Candidates that have completed the first year of a 2-year Machine Tool Technology program may be considered for employment contingent on the successful completion of the degree, certificate, or program.

Note: A completed 2-year degree in machining or machine technology is required to be promoted to the next level (transcript is required) along with required time in grade and completed promotional checklist. 

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Ability to read and understand CNC programs and operational layouts
• Ability to perform a sequence of operations under minimum supervision and consistently maintain the performance levels set for quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Full compliance with safety rules and regulations to prevent unsafe set-ups, operations, or acts which might cause  injury  to self, others, or the environment
• Good interpersonal,  written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to plan effectively and execute the plans
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Must have strong PC skills and the ability to utilize all Graco’s Manufacturing ERP systems and other manufacturing operating systems.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

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 http://www.e-verify.gov/.

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.