CNC Machinist Programmer

Standex International Corporation; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial growth company is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Machinist for their Wakefield location. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise in programming and operating milling and wire EDM machines to enhance production efficiency. Responsibilities include producing accurate cutting programs, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring quality standards are met. This position offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a machinist with CAM programming.
• 1+ years’ experience with MasterCam or willingness to learn.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate various machines.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specifications for machining tasks.
• Generate cutting programs from engineering CAD files.
• Troubleshoot and perform machining operations on milling and wire EDM machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Trade school certificate or degree in CNC machining

Tools

MasterCam

Job description

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

Innovent is seeking a talented CNC Programmer/Machinist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional technical ability as a CNC Programmer and Machinist. This person will be responsible for the day-to-day programming, operating, and troubleshooting of 2 milling 2 wire EDM machines.

What You Will Do:

• Review drawings and specifications of a particular product including where and how to cut the work piece, the correct tools and materials for the job and the sequence of steps to follow in production of the product.
• Generate cutting programs from engineering supplied CAD files
• Problem solve and make decisions on ways to decrease cycle times and efficiency of setups.
• Perform the machining operations, watch for problems in the production process, and check the accuracy of the finished piece against drawings using calibrated measuring tools.
• Consult with engineering on design for manufacturing
• Stay at the cutting edge on machining technology by learning new techniques and learn how to operate new machines and software.
• Work as a team in the machine shop with tooling, inspection and other production and assembly departments.
• Safely run and maintain machines as needed.
• Trouble shoot and assist in machine maintenance and repair.
• Inspect for quality in all aspects of different jobs.
• Clean work areas.
• Other duties as needed where skills match (assembly, maintenance, tooling).
• Help machine operators with problem solving, adjustments, and setups.
• Work with management to organize scheduling

What You’ll Bring:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 3+years’ experience as a machinist, CAM programming, and troubleshooting in a machine shop environment.
• 1+ years’ MasterCam experience or willingness to learn quickly.
• Trade school certificate or degree in relevant CNC machining and programming preferred

What We Value:

• Detail-oriented, organized, positive attitude, with strong people, communication (oral and written), and collaboration skills.
• knowledge of shop math
• The willingness to take on new skills; constantly trying to improve skills and abilities
• Knowledge in machine and manufacturing processes, emphasizing quality and safety in work.
• Material properties knowledge
• Exceptional computer and software skills
• Demonstrates a high level of mechanical aptitude.
• Dependable, flexible, with a good attendance record and time management skills.
• Frequently stands, walks, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to floor.
• Frequently lifts between 10 and 50 pounds.
• Always adheres to Company safety policies including wearing PPE.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.