CNC Operator - Weekday Nights

VulcanForms Inc.; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. seeks an experienced CNC Operator/Machinist in Devens, MA to operate 3-4 CNC mills and lathes, reading drawings and GD&T, and supporting quality checks.

The role requires 4+ years of CNC experience, teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards. The position is night-shift (Mon-Wed and every other Thursday 6pm–6am) with competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with 3 and 4 CNC Milling Centers
• Ability to read Blueprints and GD&T
• Team environment experience
• Adhere to health & safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to quality policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe and mill machines on FANUC, DMG MORI, Okuma controls
• Set up machines, establish offsets, read drawings and perform first article inspection
• Inspect parts during production for dimensional/visual quality
• Monitor equipment and tooling, respond to breakdowns
• Follow process sheets and programs; train junior team members
• Interface with Quality, Engineering and team members; maintain clean, safe work area

Skills

CNC Milling

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Team orientation

Education

Advanced Machine Technology Course

Tools

FANUC controls

DMG MORI

Okuma controls

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 Night Shift (Standard - Mon-Wed & Every other Thursday 6pm - 6am)

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.

The hourly pay range for this position is:

Level II$24–$33/hour

Level III $28-$38/hour

with differential pay of 10% for weekday nights