CNC Setup and Operate - 2nd Shift

Watts Water Technologies

Franklin (NH)

On-site

USD 46,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Fitness reimbursements

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies in Franklin, NH is seeking a CNC Setup Operator for the 2nd shift to set up CNC lathes and milling machines, install tooling and fixtures, verify offsets, and support operators for accurate part production.

The role requires blueprint interpretation, precision measurement skills, and teamwork with QA and maintenance to ensure quality and continuous improvement. On-site manufacturing environment with 2:30 pm–11:00 pm shift.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Experience setting up CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines.
Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges.
Ability to read blueprints and technical documents.
Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

Set up CNC lathes, mills, and related equipment based on blueprints, job specifications, and setup sheets.
Install and adjust tooling, fixtures, collets, and work-holding devices.
Set and verify work offsets, tool offsets, and machine parameters.
Perform first-piece inspections in coordination with Quality Assurance.
Troubleshoot issues related to tooling wear, fixtures, offsets, and machine operation.
Support CNC operators with machine adjustments and quality checks.
Ensure machines run consistently following setup completion.
Document setup information, quality checks, and production notes.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC lathe

CNC milling

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Thread gauges

Other precision tools

Job description

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting‑edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position

As a CNC Setup Operator – 2nd Shift, you will be responsible for setting up, adjusting, and preparing CNC lathes and milling machines for production. You will perform machine changeovers, install tooling and fixtures, verify offsets, and support operators to ensure consistent and accurate part production. This onsite position reports to the Production Supervisor and involves collaboration with fellow setup staff, operators, and the quality team.

2nd Shift Hours - 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm with overtime as business needs.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

Set up CNC lathes, mills, and related equipment based on blueprints, job specifications, and setup sheets.
Install and adjust tooling, fixtures, collets, and work-holding devices.
Set and verify work offsets, tool offsets, and machine parameters.
Perform first-piece inspections in coordination with Quality Assurance.
Troubleshoot issues related to tooling wear, fixtures, offsets, and machine operation.
Support CNC operators with machine adjustments and quality checks.
Ensure machines run consistently following setup completion.
Document setup information, quality checks, and production notes.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Experience setting up CNC lathes and / or CNC milling machines.
Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges and other precision tools.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
Basic math skills.
Knowledge of safety standards and company policies.

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of CNC setup experience in a production environment.
Experience diagnosing and replacing worn tooling.
Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement practices.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

General Applicable Company Competencies

Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on‑site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s Franklin location in New Hampshire. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Watts in it for you

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

About Watts

Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world‐class, water‑related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse, HVAC and Hot Water, Plumbing and Flow Control, Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting. We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty‑four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people‑first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, such as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation. Learn more about the Watts way, here.

Specialties

Plumbing
HVAC
Water Quality
Gas
Headquarters – Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA
Asia‑Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) Headquarters: Shanghai, China

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