Machinist

TAD PGS; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Devens, MA is seeking a Machinist for a Contract to Hire position. The role involves operating production machines, performing precise machining tasks, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least two years of machining experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to read blueprints are essential. Join a collaborative team focused on productivity and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of related machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and runs production machines.
• Performs machine operations such as cutting, grinding, and deburring parts.
• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Machine Shop Mathematics

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for a Machinist to join a leading Company located in the Devens, MA surrounding area.
Operates one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches, and route sheets. Works with general guidance in a team environment. Looks for ways to increase productivity and reduce costs.
Responsibilities :

• Sets up and runs production machines.
• Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, grinding, and deburring parts, where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre‐planned and established.
• Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper functioning for correction.
• Performs these operations to close tolerances.
• Aligns and fastens parts using standard fixtures and established methods.
• Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation.
• Removes burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, or other irregularities from machined parts.
• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments, gages, and comparators.
• Visually inspects parts for burrs and damaged machined surfaces.
• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.
• Accurately and regularly performs all statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.
• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs other related responsibilities, as requested.

Basic Hiring Criteria :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of related machining experience.

Desired Qualifications :

• Able to read and follow blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, which may include trigonometry.
• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
• Interprets reports and uses job-specific software applications.
• Able to use employee self‐service systems to access on‐line information and use specialized software systems.
• Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‐development activities.

Job Requirements:

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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