CNC Machinist

Kadant Solutions Division; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Educational assistance

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Kadant Solutions Division, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC and manual turning and milling tools, producing parts per blueprints and work instructions.

The role requires five years of hands-on experience, knowledge of G & M codes, and the ability to read complex blueprints and use precision measuring tools. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work safely in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school diploma preferred.
• Minimum five years hands-on experience in CNC and manual machine tools.
• Experience lifting heavy irregular objects.
• Advanced shop mathematics and ability to read complex blueprints.
• Understanding of G & M codes and setup operations.
• Ability to read measuring tools and hold tolerances.
• Strong verbal and written communication; solve manufacturing problems with minimal guidance.
• Manual dexterity; lift up to 50 lbs; work near moving parts; follow PPE safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lay out, set up and operate CNC and manual machine tools.
• Review CNC programs and edit as required.
• Understand setup and programming using G and M codes.
• Machining and inspecting products to specifications.
• Perform milling, turning, drilling, threading, deburring and assembly tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ensure quality of own work and comply with safety policies.
• Work overtime as required.

Skills

Math proficiency

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade School Diploma preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Overview

The CNC Machinist will set-up and operate CNC and Manual Turning and Milling Machine Tools. Machine products from various materials to blue print, sketches, work instructions and work procedures.

Responsibilities

Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities/Required Knowledge

• Work with little assistance in planning, layout, set-up and operation of CNC and Manual Machine tools.
• Proof read and edit CNC programs as required.
• Understands some set up operation & program of G&M codes.
• Responsible for machining and inspecting product to insure it is within specifications.
• Perform some machining operations, including but not limited to Milling, Turning, Facing, Drilling, Reaming, Threading, Tapping, Deburring and assembly of product.
• Perform basic machine maintenance as instructed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Fully responsible for the quality of their own work.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve department and company goals.
• Work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who is Kadant Solutions Division?

Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of doctoring, cleaning, filtration, and forming systems and related consumables used in process industries worldwide including construction roofing materials, food processing, metals processing, nonwovens, pulp and paper, textiles and fibers, and tissue.

Why consider joining the Kadant team?

• Kadant was named as one ofAmerica’s Most Responsible Companies 2021-2026 by Newsweek
• Kadant was named as one of America’s Greatest Companies 2025 by Newsweek
• Kadant was named as one of America’s Greenest Companies 2025 by Newsweek
• Kadant was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2024
• 100% of Kadant’s energy comes from renewable sources.
• Kadant serves the pulp and paper industrywhich has recycled 68% of everything produced and 82% of cardboard since 2009, the highest of any processing industry.
• Kadant serves several process industries including lithium-ion battery production, food processing, metals processing, carbon fiber, nonwovens, textiles, and construction roofing materials.
• At Kadant, our customer-focused innovation allows us to deliver Sustainable Industrial Processing™ engineering services and technologies to help our customers create more value with fewer inputs.
• Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Competitive wage.
• All benefits are effective upon date of hire.

Our Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with best-in-class premiums.
• 10 ½ paid holidays.
• 401k with match.
• Company paid life insurance benefit.
• Disability insurance.
• Aflac insurance.
• Lifelock insurance.
• MetLaw legal assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending.
• Dependent care.
• Educational assistance.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent- Trade School Diploma preferred. Minimum of five years of hands-on experience in the set-up and operation of CNC and Manual Machine Tools. Experience with the methods and devices to lift heavy irregularly shaped objects.

Knowledge: Advanced shop mathematics, able to read complex blue prints and, an understanding of the order of operations and good manufacturing practices is essential. Understands set up operation & program of G & M codes.

Skill: The CNC Machinist must be able to correctly use and read basic measuring tools such as micrometers, Vernier calipers and indicators. Ability to control the machine tool to hold specified tolerances. Verbal and written communication skills to convey information within the organization and the ability to solve practical manufacturing problems with little guidance is important. Basic computer skills ( i.e. data entry, editing, searching.) Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks.

Physical/Environmental Demands: Posses manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials. Be able to lift heavy weight, carry at least 50 lbs and move, pull or push materials of this magnitude. Work near moving mechanical parts. Periodically exposed to hazards of a serious nature requiring care in the use of machinery as well as the use of personal protective equipment.