CNC Milling Specialist III — Precision & Setup Expert

TECOMET; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecomet in Westford, MA seeks a CNC Machinist III to produce precision parts by operating and setting up CNC mills, lathes, and Wire EDMs. You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, adjust tooling and speeds/feeds, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to GMP/GDP documentation. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of CNC experience and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years CNC machining experience.
• Associate degree or certificate in tooling/machining preferred.
• Maths and English qualifications desirable (UK exemption applicable).

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and could program CNC mills, Wire EDMs, and CNC lathes within tolerances.
• Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications.
• Troubleshoot CNC programs and processes; propose improved setups.
• Maintain quality and safety per GMP/ GDP guidelines; document accurately.
• Attend to tooling, offsets, speeds/feeds, and routine PMs.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Setup and offsets

Multiple machine handling

Read blueprints/prints

Quality and OOQ standards

Safety awareness

Mathematical reasoning

Training/mentoring

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machinist apprenticeship

Tooling & Machining certificate

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Wire EDMs

Job description

Tecomet in Westford, MA seeks a CNC Machinist III to produce precision parts by operating and setting up CNC mills, lathes, and Wire EDMs. You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, adjust tooling and speeds/feeds, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to GMP/GDP documentation. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of CNC experience and strong problem-solving abilities.