Machine Setup Operator II

Electroswitch Corp; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Electroswitch Corp in Rockland, MA seeks a skilled machinist to set up and operate manual milling machines and turret lathes, ensuring parts meet print specifications. You will read blueprints, select tooling, and document inspection results while maintaining quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of machining experience, can perform first-piece inspections, and work independently to maintain tolerances. The role includes competitive pay and benefits with a strong safety emphasis.

Qualifications

• Require high school diploma or equivalent, vocational training is a plus.
• 1-3 years machining experience on manual mills or turret lathes.
• Experience setting up machining equipment independently preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and interpret shop docs; capable of basic shop math.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual milling machines and turret lathes per blueprints and routing.
• Select tooling, feeds and speeds for each operation.
• Perform tool offsets and machine adjustments to maintain tolerances.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections; document results.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers and comparators to ensure blueprint conformance.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop mathematics

Feeds and speeds

First-piece inspection

Quality documentation

Independence

Education

High school diploma / vocational training

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Comparators

Job description

Set up and operate manual milling machines and turret lathes to manufacture precision components in accordance with blueprints, work instructions, and established quality standards. This position performs machine setups, selects appropriate tooling and machining parameters, completes first-piece and in-process inspections, and makes necessary adjustments to ensure parts meet print specifications.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Bridgeport milling machines and turret lathes in accordance with blueprints, shop orders, and routing instructions.
• Select the appropriate material, tooling, fixtures, feeds, and speeds for each machining operation.
• Perform tool offsets and make machine adjustments as necessary to maintain specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, shop orders, and related manufacturing documentation.
• Complete first-piece and in-process inspections to verify that components conform to blueprint requirements.
• Inspect parts using dial calipers, micrometers, drop indicators, optical comparators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Record and maintain required statistical process control data and other production documentation.
• Identify dimensional or quality issues and make appropriate machine or tooling adjustments.
• Move completed parts to the next operation in accordance with established routing procedures.
• Assist less-experienced operators with machine setups and operating procedures, as directed.
• Maintain equipment and the surrounding work area in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all applicable quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with general upkeep of the department and equipment.
• Perform secondary manufacturing operations, including riveting, collar assembly, sleeving, and soldering, as needed.
• Operate CNC equipment when trained and assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, vocational school diploma, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• One to three years of machining experience using manual milling machines and/or turret lathes.
• Previous experience independently setting up machining equipment is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of blueprint reading, basic shop mathematics, feeds and speeds, and machining practices.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, indicators, comparators, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Ability to perform first-piece and in-process inspections and accurately document results.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining established production and quality requirements.
• Experience operating CNC equipment is helpful but not required.

Pay Range:

$23.00 - $32.00 hourly

Work Hours:

Electroswitch offers a competitive benefits package that includes 10 paid holidays per year, paid sick and vacation time, health, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, 401k retirement plan with a company match.

Electroswitch is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides Equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees. The Company will ensure that all terms of employment are provided without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, military status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Electroswitch will provide reasonable accommodations which do not impose an undue hardship on the company, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in the interviewing and hiring process and during their employment in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] for accommodations.