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Machinist 3 Toolmaker

Celestica


Job Location:

Maple Grove, MN - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 31 - 43
Posted: 29 September 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Req ID: 140215
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Minnesota
City: Maple Grove

General Overview

Functional Area: OPS - Operations
Career Stream: PRD - Production
Role: Machinist 3
SAP Short Name: MC3
Job Title: Machinist 3
Job Code: MC3-OPS-PRD
Job Level: Band 07
Profile-Holding: N
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct

Summary

Plan layout and perform machining operations with manual mills lathes surface grinders and CNC mills. Perform bench work to construct alter and repair molds fixtures jigs and assembly machines. Repairs are made by copying broken parts from verbal instructions and from concept drawings.

Detailed Description
  • Work from complicated drawings sketches handbook formulas and the absence of design drawings proceed from verbal instructions and/or concept drawings organize and determine work procedures and sequences select materials in accordance with specifications.
  • Perform complex machining and grinding operations requiring complicated and unusual setups necessitating frequent improvising and adaptations of machines and tools.
  • Perform critical bench operations involving polishing fitting and aligning component parts of fixtures molds and machines.
  • Create Solid Works models and programs for the plate fabrication department as needed.
  • Assist with set up of Molds.
  • Maintain and repair plastic injection molds to support production.
  • Build design and maintain tools for production and instruct Department Lead Person Supervisor or Machine Operators on their use care and operational methods and procedures.
  • Proceed on work assignments with minimum supervision and direction.
  • Responsible for quality of workmanship dimensional accuracy and efficient operation of assigned projects.
  • Works under general supervision and gives no work direction to others.
  • Keeps facilities materials and work area clean and organized exercising care in their use.
  • Uses safety practices and takes prompt action to correct problems.
  • Assists co-workers when necessary to meet work unit goals.
  • Actively seeks continuous improvement opportunities.
  • May be required to train other employees and assist in orientation of new employees.
  • Performs other duties as required and may be utilized in other areas and departments of manufacturing as workload may dictate.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
  • Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of machine operations.
  • In-depth knowledge of product quality issues.
  • In depth knowledge of GDT
  • In depth knowledge of programs macros cam software
  • Ability to recognize errors in the g code and make edits prior to machining the work piece.
  • Ability to set up operate calibrate and maintain machines and tools.
  • Ability to recognize and address problems in the production process
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
  • Ability to work effectively with team members and lead the team to high quality production within tight deadlines.
Physical Demands
  • Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional to frequent exposure to elements such as noise dust chemicals operating machinery temperature extremes etc.
  • Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand/eye co-ordination sitting and or standing in confined workspaces using tools and equipment and moving and handling materials.
  • Duties may require periodic heavy manual effort including lifting objects over.
  • Duties require extended periods of sustained visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies.
  • Above demands are carried out within the local existing Health and Safety guidelines.
Typical Experience
  • Eleven to fourteen years relevant experience
Typical Education
  • High school diploma and additional courses after high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience and a commitment towards further / additional education.
  • Educational Requirements may vary by geography
Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Positions with Celestica - Maple Grove involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employees movement within the facility. As such Celestica - Maple Grove will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicants acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

Compensation Data

Hourly EEs:

The hourly range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company and may change based on several factors including by not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting or the credentials experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate. Hourly Range: $31.00 - $43.00

Benefits:

Celestica provides eligible employees with a range of benefits includingmedical insurance plans dental insurance vision insurance short and long term disability life insurance voluntary benefits parental leave PTO Holiday pay and a 401k plan with companymatch.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Celesticas policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race color creed religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age marital status veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring promotion discharge pay fringe benefits job training classification referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination participates in a discrimination proceeding or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design engineering manufacturing supply chain and platform solutions Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI cloud and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy Aerospace & Defense Semiconductor Capital Equipment and HealthTech. It is engineering led with deep expertise in design manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center serving hyperscalers digital native customers and enterprises. Celesticas Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America Europe and Asia Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants however only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employees movement within the facility. As such Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicants acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.


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