CNC Machinist 2 - $1000 Sign on Bonus

MKS Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 30,996 - 51,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist 2 to operate CNC lathe equipment, ensuring quality production of parts while adhering to specifications. The successful candidate will work from 3:40 pm to 12:10 am, Monday through Friday, and will report to the Operations Supervisor.

This role requires a high school or trade school diploma, with at least 1 year of CNC experience. MKS offers a competitive pay range of $22.50 to $37.50 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 1+ years CNC machine operator experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be able to monitor tool wear and make dimensional adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct machine operation (change inserts, tool holders, skim jaws, etc.).
• Conduct random inspection of parts to ensure conformity to required specifications.
• Accurately complete all quality control documentation and inspection sheets.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

Manual dexterity

Measuring instruments usage

Education

High School or Trade School diploma

Job description

Overview

A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a CNC Machinist 2 at MKS Instruments, you will operate CNC lathe equipment to produce parts that must meet dimensional specifications. The operator will be responsible for machining, cleaning, and inspecting his or her own work. In this role you will report to the Operations Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct machine operation (change inserts, tool holders, skim jaws, etc.)
• Conduct random inspection of parts to ensure conformity to required specifications, including visual inspection with the use of a microscope and attention to detail
• Deburr and clean parts
• Accurately complete all quality control documentation and inspection sheets
• Resolve and communicate problems/issues to the supervisor
• Perform a variety of other repetitive tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain efficiency and a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications

• High School or Trade School diploma
• 1+ years CNC machine operator experience
• Must be able to monitor tool wear and make dimensional adjustments (offsets)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as caliper and micrometers
• Shift: 3:40 pm – 12:10 am, Monday – Friday

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 pounds
• Allow 50% of the time in a stationary position
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Operates in a manufacturing environment
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $22.50 – $37.50 per hour. This range is a good‑faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs, and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, the amount to be determined by MKS.

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, six weeks fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement and participation in stock programs, signing bonus, etc.