CNC Precision Machinist – Nuclear Components

Westinghouse; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Union‑driven culture

Cross‑training on multiple machines

Ongoing training and development

Career growth opportunities

Meaningful, globally impactful work

Job summary

Westinghouse in Newington, NH is hiring a CNC Precision Machinist to produce high‑tolerance spare parts for nuclear power plants. This 100% onsite role offers second or third shifts and a pay range of $35–$40 per hour.

You will review drawings, set up tooling, run first articles, and perform in‑process inspections while maintaining tight tolerances and documenting quality checks. Safety and 5S are essential to the daily routine.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of machinist experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review the day’s router and drawings on shift and confirm setup strategy with team.
• Coordinate with engineers, CNC programmers, and fellow machinists to ensure quality checkpoints.
• Prepare tooling, dial in workholding, verify offsets, and run first-article inspections.
• Maintain 5S, housekeeping, safety rules, and a clean, safe workplace.
• Troubleshoot operations and make limited CNC program modifications when qualified.

Skills

CNC machining proficiency

G-code familiarity

Blueprint reading

Tooling and setup

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines (lathe/mill)

Job description

Build a Career That Powers the Future

Join Westinghouse as a CNC Precision Machinist and help produce the high-tolerance spare parts that keep nuclear power plants operating safely and reliably worldwide.

Location, Schedule, and Pay

• Location: Newington, NH (100% onsite)
• Shifts: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM – Midnight) or 3rd Shift (Midnight – 7AM)
• Pay Range: $35.00–$40.00/hour (based on qualifications)

A Day in the Life

You arrive on your shift and review the day’s router and drawings. You coordinate with engineers, CNC programmers, and fellow union machinists to confirm setup strategy and quality checkpoints. You prep tooling, dial in workholding, verify offsets, and run first-article inspections. Throughout the shift, you maintain tight tolerances, adjust feeds and speeds, make limited program edits when qualified, and document quality checks. You finish with 5S and housekeeping to keep the shop safe, clean, and efficient.

What You’ll Tackle

• Manufacture precision components that meet rigorous nuclear quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Operate a range of metal-removing and metal-forming machines in a modern manufacturing environment.
• Set up machines, components, and castings to close tolerances from engineering drawings and print specifications.
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, and blueprints—and follow written or verbal instructions—in compliance with PP-09-01.
• Select and use precision instruments, hand tools, fixtures, jigs, and tooling; fabricate tooling when needed.
• Perform in‑process inspections and verify all dimensional and quality requirements.i>
• Troubleshoot operations and make limited CNC program modifications when qualified.
• Maintain an orderly work area using 5S, housekeeping standards, safety rules, and criticality procedures.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• 3–5 years of machinist experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven CNC machining proficiency, including G‑code familiarity and machine operations.
• 3+ years working with tooling, fixtures, machine setup, and process optimization for quality parts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Hands‑on experience with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.
• Working knowledge of 5S and lean manufacturing practices.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety and quality.

Why Westinghouse

• Competitive hourly pay: $35.00–$40.00 per hour
• Union team with a strong culture of craftsmanship and support
• Cross‑training on multiple machines and processes
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear pathways for career growth with a global nuclear leader
• Meaningful work advancing clean, reliable energy worldwide
• Access to advanced manufacturing technology and complex, high‑precision challenges

Your Team

You will report to the Machine Shop Supervisor at our Newington, NH facility.

Ready to Make an Impact?