CNC Horizontal Machinist III - Lead

Ultimate Staffing; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) Options

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and Professional Development

Stable Direct-Hire Employment

Long-Term Career Growth

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in the United States is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III (Horizontal - Lead) to provide technical leadership while performing advanced machining operations. This role handles complex setups, process optimization, and mentoring machinists.

Based in Haverhill, MA, the position offers a Monday–Friday schedule and hourly pay between $34 and $39, with direct hire employment and opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T skills.
• Experience with horizontal machining centers and multi-axis equipment.
• CAD/CAM experience preferred.
• Proven troubleshooting and process optimization experience.
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced setup and operation of CNC horizontal machining centers.
• Lead machining operations involving complex fixturing and multi-axis equipment.
• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs and machining processes.
• Interpret complex blueprints, assemblies, and GD&T requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process-related issues.
• Develop and improve workholding and fixturing solutions.
• Optimize setup times, cycle times, and overall productivity.
• Mentor and train CNC Machinist I and II team members.
• Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

CAD/CAM

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III (Horizontal - Lead) to provide technical leadership while performing advanced machining operations. This role is responsible for complex setups, process optimization, troubleshooting, mentoring machinists, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Pay: $34-$39/hour

Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III (Horizontal - Lead) to provide technical leadership while performing advanced machining operations. This role is responsible for complex setups, process optimization, troubleshooting, mentoring machinists, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Location: Haverhill, MA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Pay: $34-$39/hour

Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced setup and operation of CNC horizontal machining centers.
• Lead machining operations involving complex fixturing and multi-axis equipment.
• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs and machining processes.
• Interpret complex blueprints, assemblies, and GD&T requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process-related issues.
• Develop and improve workholding and fixturing solutions.
• Optimize setup times, cycle times, and overall productivity.
• Mentor and train CNC Machinist I and II team members.
• Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T skills.
• Experience with horizontal machining centers and multi-axis equipment.
• CAD/CAM experience preferred.
• Proven troubleshooting and process optimization experience.
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Stable Direct-Hire Employment
• Long-Term Career Growth

Desired Skills and Experience

• Perform advanced setup and operation of CNC horizontal machining centers.
• Lead machining operations involving complex fixturing and multi-axis equipment.
• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs and machining processes.
• Interpret complex blueprints, assemblies, and GD&T requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process-related issues.
• Develop and improve workholding and fixturing solutions.
• Optimize setup times, cycle times, and overall productivity.
• Mentor and train CNC Machinist I and II team members.
• Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.