CNC Machinist III - 1st Shift

Tecomet; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecomet is hiring a CNC Machinist III in Wilmington, MA. You will operate, set up, and potentially program CNC mills, Wire EDMs, and lathes to tight tolerances using engineering drawings and work instructions.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and GMP practices while meeting productivity targets. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of CNC machining experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and a straightforward approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience.
• High School diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and could program CNC mills, Wire EDMs, and CNC lathes within tolerances.
• Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Quality Focus

Team Player

Safety Consciousness

Troubleshooting

Training Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Mills

CNC Lathes

Wire EDM

Programming (Basic)

Job description

Position Type

Full-time

Hourly

Travel Requirements

N/A

Job Description

Position Summary

The CNC Machinist III produces machined parts by operating, setting up computer numericalcontrol (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. May be required to perform some programming. The role requires the above to be accomplished within Tecomet's principles of continuous improvement, customer driven innovation and a win first culture, while meeting company financial and other performance metrics.

• Operate, set up, and could program CNC mills, Wire EDM's, and CNC lathes within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings
• Propose new production Set ups and change offsets/tooling in machines as part of the new setup
• Perform difficult CNC Machinist work including progressive machining of a variety of parts and different metals where very close tolerances must be maintained
• Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications
• Troubleshoot andunderstandCNC programs and processes
• Improve and produce work Instructions
• Assist Engineering with redesigning fixtures to increase quality standards and productivity, change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear
• Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting readings
• Propose adjusted speeds and feeds for different machining requirements
• Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to PM schedule
• Perform hand finishing
• Always Follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP) including completion of job routers/ cards
• Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues
• Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity
• Record all activities in a timely manner on the job tracking system
• Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities
• Identify and elevate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required
• Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within work area
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor

Qualification Requirements

Credentials/Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 5+ years CNC Machining experience

Experience/Educational/Training Preferred:

• GCSE/NVQ Maths and English is desirable (UK only)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate, set up, and maintain a CNC Machine
• Ability to run multiple CNC Machines
• Ability to set up, adjust offsets and operate and run development and production jobs
• Ability to program with some level of supervision
• Solid necessary math skills, including measuring and keeping count records
• Effective at planning, prioritizing, and organizing tasks and activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales
• Able to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
• Proven record of quality, on-time production runs
• Demonstrable commitment to safety always
• Attention to detail alongside ability to perform repeatable task over a prolonged period
• Positive attitude, reliable, and a team player
• Problem solving ability
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to train new or lower-level machinist

Other Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Range

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$30.00 - $40.00 / hour

Pay Transparency

In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.

Tecomet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, genetic information, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.