CNC Machinist Setup/Operator - $3,000 sign-on bonus

Physik Instrumente GmbH; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative leader in precision positioning systems is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist Setup/Operator to join their team in Hopkinton, MA. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery and contribute to cutting-edge projects in high-tech industries. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in CNC programming, specifically with MasterCAM, and the ability to read engineering drawings accurately. With a supportive and curious work culture, you will thrive in an environment that encourages problem-solving and innovation. Join a company that values your skills and offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401k matching, and more.

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401k with Company Match

PTO and Sick Time

12 Holiday Days Off

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC programming and setup, particularly with MasterCAM.
• Technical schooling or apprenticeship in precision machining is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, ensuring precision and quality.
• Read engineering drawings and make necessary adjustments during machining.

Skills

CNC Programming

Blueprint Reading

Team Collaboration

GD&T Understanding

Attention to Detail

Education

Technical Schooling for Precision Machining

Apprenticeship in CNC or Manual Machining

Tools

MasterCAM

HAAS CNC Machines

Inspection Equipment

Job description

Role Overview

We have an immediate opening for an experienced full-time CNC Machinist Setup/Operator in our advanced manufacturing assembly department based in our Hopkinton, MA location. This is a full-time role, Monday-Friday. This position involves reading blueprints, programming in MasterCAM, and setting up/operating machines such as CNC mills and lathes.

Overtime is available.

About Us:

PI (Physik Instrumente), LP is a leader in high precision positioning systems. We design and manufacture world-class precision motion and automation systems at our locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Our products include air bearings and air bearing stages, hexapod positioning and alignment systems, precision actuators, piezo drivers and much more! PI's customers are leaders in high tech industries and research institutes in fields such as photonics, semiconductor, aerospace and life sciences.

We are pioneers by nature; frequently, we are creating or building a device that will be applied for the first time, for a process that will be leveraged for an entire marketplace. Our culture is open, transparent, enthusiastic with a general curiosity to solve emerging science and technology challenges. If you have an open, inquiring mind and like to develop solutions for first generation problems, you will be right at home.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and run CNC mills and lathes (HAAS preferred)
• Read engineering drawings (blueprint reading)
• Use knowledge of G&M codes in CNC programming process
• Make adjustments with MDI at CNC machine tool control
• Use common inspection equipment
• Run parts on Haas CNC mills and lathes including 3 and 4 axis milling and lathe live tooling
• Perform in-process and final inspection on those parts and verify they meet all print tolerances and specifications
• Operate independently and go from print to part
• Edit, troubleshoot and improve machining programs
• Operate multiple machines, while meeting timeline demands and adhering to safety requirements

Requirements:

• Programming experience is a must. Mastercam preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment
• Understanding of GD&T (geometric dimensioning & tolerancing)
• Apprentice or technical schooling for precision machining (CNC or Manual)
• Experience working with rigorous tight tolerances and minute measurements
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and match delivery dates

What We Provide:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO medical plan with HSA.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• LTD & Life insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 12 Holiday days off
• PTO and Sick Time
• 401k with a generous company match.
• And much more!

We operate first shift, 7 am - 3:30 pm. Overtime is available.

PI (Physik Instrumente), LP is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Employment is dependent on the results of a background check. We are open to reasonable accommodation – please contact us at [e-mail] for consideration.

We are not currently providing work authorization or sponsorship for this opportunity. This position will be based out of the Hopkinton, MA facility until at least August 2025. After this time, the job location will be in our Shrewsbury, MA facility. Please take this into consideration when applying.