CNC Technician
Linamar · Fruitport, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Linamar (automotive) in Fruitport, MI.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 35 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 58%
- ✓ CNC 44%
- ✓ Team leadership 44%
- ✓ Machining 33%
- Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Linamar in Fruitport
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Full description from LinamarAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the CNC Technician will set up and operate CNC machines or machining centers to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic workpieces. This role ensures CNC equipment operates efficiently, safely, and within quality standards, while providing technical expertise to operators and leadership.
Responsibility
- ◆Verifies that fixture setup meets acceptable quality standards regarding milling and boring sizes, depths, angles, or other specifications
- ◆Mounts, aligns, and secures tooling, attachments, and workpieces on machines.
- ◆Assembles cutting tools in toolholders and positions toolholders in machine magazines.
- ◆Conducts prove-outs and selects correct programming during setups and changeover as needed.
- ◆Starts machine and monitors displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions.
- ◆Stops machine to change cutting tools and setup according to required machining sequence or to measure parts to conformance to blueprint specifications
- ◆Discuss errors with supervisors or programming personnel to resolve problems
- ◆Performs machine maintenance.
- ◆Ability to lead one or more operators in machining cell on two or more product lines.
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent.
- ✓Technical degree or certification in machining or CNC programming preferred.
Required Skills/Experience
- ✓Proven experience as a CNC Programmer/Operator or similar role
- ✓Proficiency in CNC programming languages (e.g., G-code, M-code) and nesting software
- ✓Ability to operate forklift and overhead crane (training will be provided)
- ✓Ability to interpret drawings to generate programs that provide the part dimensions desired.
- ✓Basic knowledge of hydraulic, lubrication and mechanical equipment.
- ✓Proficient understanding of CMM reports, gage readings, and able to use CMM reports and gages.
- ✓Ability to interpret drawings to generate programs that provide the part dimensions desired.
- ✓Three years of experience in a CNC Environment.
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Job Title: CNC Technician
Start Pay: $25/hr
Shift: 1st shift.
What Linamar Has to Offer
- •Competitive Compensation
- •Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- •Opportunities for career advancement.
- •Sustainability Council
- •Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- •Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
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