CNC Machinist III – 3rd Shift (Defense Components)

Colonial Group; Walpole (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking an entry to mid-level CNC Machinist for 3rd shift to join our production team. The role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining 5-axis and 6-axis milling and turning centers to produce hubs, impellers, and CPP propellers for defense applications.

This is a team-oriented position supporting Navy readiness. The ideal candidate has at least two years of machinist experience, an associate degree or CNC certificate, and proficiency in G-code/M-code, GD&T,

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree or CNC certificate.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Wear PPE and stand for long periods.
• Lift up to 55 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• 2+ years of machinist experience.
• Knowledge of G-code, M-code, and basic shop math.
• Read technical drawings and GD&T.
• Citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes per drawings.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T; select tooling and verify offsets.
• Perform accuracy checks with micrometers, calipers, CMM.
• Document production and quality logs; maintain safe work area.
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists to resolve issues.
• Support defense-grade standards for Navy components.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Precision measuring

Mathematics

Education

Associate degree or CNC certificate

Tools

G-code/M-code

Fanuc controls

CMM

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking an entry to mid-level CNC Machinist for 3rd shift to join our production team. The role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining 5-axis and 6-axis milling and turning centers to produce hubs, impellers, and CPP propellers for defense applications.

This is a team-oriented position supporting Navy readiness. The ideal candidate has at least two years of machinist experience, an associate degree or CNC certificate, and proficiency in G-code/M-code, GD&T,