CNC Operator - Weekday Days

VulcanForms; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Equity

Job summary

VulcanForms in Devens, MA is hiring a CNC Operator to run lathe and/or milling centers in a state‑of‑the‑art facility supporting aerospace, defense, medical, and more. You will read drawings, set up tools, establish offsets, and ensure quality through in-process checks.

The role requires 4+ years on 3/4 axis CNC centers with live tooling and a strong adherence to safety and quality policies. Training junior team members and cross‑communication with Quality and Engineering are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of CNC milling experience with 3/4 axis centers and live tooling lathes.
• Ability to read blueprints and have a good understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to quality policies and procedures.
• Good hand/eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe and/or mill machines (FANUC/DMG MORI/Okuma) per drawings and programs.
• Set up machines, establish offsets, and read first article inspection data.
• Assist with tool offsets, pre-setter use, and quick-change tooling when applicable.
• Monitor quality during production and report variations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and equipment.
• Support training of junior machinists and communicate with Quality/Engineering.

Skills

CNC Milling Centers

GD&T

Team environment

Safety policies

Education

Advanced Machine Technology Course

Tools

Blueprints

Job description

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting‑edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

As a CNC Operator at VulcanForms in Devens, MA, you will operate CNC Lathe and/or Mill Machines to support manufacturing based on skillset and shop demand. VulcanForms Inc. operates in an environmentally controlled, state-of-the-art facility committed to producing quality parts for our clients. We manufacture products for several industries, including aerospace, military and defense, satellite, and medical devices.

Please note that the CNC Machinist position is shift based - Weekday Days (Mon-Wed & Every other Thursday 6am - 6pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to operate a CNC lathe (including work holding, kitting of tools, touching off of tools/establishing offsets, reading of manufacturing drawings, and first article inspection) on FANUC, DMG MORI, Okuma, and controls.
• Ability to operate a CNC 3 or 4 Mill (including work holding, kitting of tools, touching off of tools/establishing offsets, reading manufacturing drawings, and first article) on Fanuc, DMG MORI, and Okuma
• Experience with utilizing a pre-setter offline for tool offsets is a plus.
• Experience with quick-change tooling is a plus.
• Operate and set up on the machines within the department.
• In addition to running machines, the Machinist will periodically inspect parts during production to monitor for consistent dimensional and visual quality.
• Responsible for continuously monitoring equipment and tooling. In the event of a breakdown or other event that would disrupt the process.
• Follow the instructions on the Process sheet, Drawings, and/or Programs.
• Support training of more junior team members on all aspects of machining.
• Helps others identify issues and troubleshoot their work.
• Interface/communicate with Quality, Engineering, and other team members.
• Maintains the work area and equipment clean and orderly and follows prescribed safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with 3 and 4 CNC Milling Centers, 2-axis and multi axis, live tooling lathes, experience with the controls listed in the Key Responsibilities section above.
• Ability to read Blueprints and have a good understanding of GD&T
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Adhere to and enforce the company's health & safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to and enforce the company's quality policies and procedures
• Good hand/eye coordination

Preferred

• Graduate of Advanced Machine Technology Course.
• Knowledge of 5S/6S.

VulcanFormsoffers a competitive salary and equitypackage.Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.In addition,VulcanFormsprovides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with companymatch.