Machinist

ALOIS Solutions; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain in Worcester, MA is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate conventional and CNC machines to manufacture, grind, fit, and assemble parts per work orders and specs.

You will work with steel, aluminum, and other metals, read blueprints, use micrometers and calipers, and follow safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

This hands-on role requires attention to detail and the ability to maintain tolerances while ensuring efficient production.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating and setting up machining equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Experience with CNC and manual machining processes.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and inspection.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machining equipment.
• Interpret blueprints and technical instructions to machine parts.
• Select cutting tools and determine feeds and speeds per material.
• Inspect completed parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Monitor operations and adjust to maintain tolerances.

Skills

CNC machining

Conventional machining

Setup & operation

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

Quality assurance

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Dial indicators

Job description

**Job Summary**Saint-Gobain is seeking a skilled and dependable Machinist to set up and operate conventional and CNC machine tools to manufacture, grind, fit, and assemble parts according to work orders and technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on machining experience, knowledge of different metals and materials, and the ability to use precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet required dimensions and tolerances.**Key Responsibilities**Set up and operate conventional and CNC machining equipment, including lathes, vertical milling machines, grinders, and metal-cutting saws.Perform grinding, machining, fitting, and assembly operations according to work orders and production requirements.Select appropriate cutting tools and determine machine feeds and speeds based on the material being processed.Work with a variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, alloys, ceramics, resins, and composite materials.Make routine machine adjustments and manual cutter compensation adjustments to maintain required dimensions and tolerances.Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, verniers, gauges, and indicators to inspect finished parts.Read and interpret blueprints, machine program readouts, and technical instructions.Monitor machining operations and make repetitive adjustments to maintain product quality and production efficiency.Follow workplace safety procedures when working with machinery, cutting fluids, oils, metal chips, grinding debris, and other manufacturing materials.**Required Qualifications**Previous hands-on experience operating and setting up machining equipment.Knowledge of conventional and/or CNC machining operations.Experience working with different metals and materials and understanding their machining characteristics.Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, work orders, and technical instructions.Experience using precision measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. frequently.Ability to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers frequently throughout the shift.**Work Environment**Manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, fumes, airborne dust, cutting fluids, oils, metal chips, and grinding debris.Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working around machining equipment and materials.Must be comfortable working in a hands-on, production-oriented environment.You should be proficient in:CNC ToolingTroubleshooting SkillsCNC Machine RepairCNC Machine InstallationCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverManual Machining Skills