CNC Machinist 3 - $1000 Sign on Bonus

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 23,846 - 44,248; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

11 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. seeks a skilled CNC Machinist 3 in Massachusetts to operate CNC lathes, ensure parts meet exact specifications, and inspect own work. You will report to the Manufacturing Specialist and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Expect responsibilities including tool wear monitoring, blueprint interpretation, and quality documentation. The role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and adherence to manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• Requires high school or trade school diploma.
• Minimum 5+ years CNC machine operator experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe equipment to produce parts meeting dimensional specs.
• Machining, cleaning and inspection of own work.
• Monitor tool wear and make dimensional adjustments (offsets).
• Conduct random inspection and visual checks with microscope.
• Deburr and clean parts; complete QC documentation and inspection sheets.
• Communicate problems to supervisor and maintain safe workflow.
• Perform other duties to maintain efficiency and a clean environment.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint reading

Dimensional measurement

Education

High School or Trade School diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As a CNC Machinist 3 at MKS Instruments, you will Operate CNC lathe equipment to produce parts of which must meet the dimensional specifications.

Operator will be responsible for the machining, cleaning, and inspection of his or her own work.

In this role, you will report to the Manufacturing Specialist.

You will make an impact by:

• 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 with 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

Skills you bring:

• High School or Trade School diploma
• Work 6:50am - 3:20pm or 3:30pm - 12am, Monday - Friday
• 5+ 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 Calipers and Micrometers

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
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• Operates in a [professional office and/or laboratory/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: $17.31 - 32.12 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, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

• 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
• [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave
• adoption assistance
• tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.]

#LI-AS1 Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].

If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation.

Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges.

It's not just a job – it's what you make of it.

While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance.

Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.

Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries.

The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong.

Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets.

With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data.

We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology.

MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world.

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