Machinist 1st Class (Third Shift, Ball Plant III) - Titleist

acushnetgolf; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness programs

401k with company match

Health savings accounts (HSA) & flex?

Pet insurance

Education assistance

Associate Store access

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

Acushnet Company is seeking a Machinist 1st Class in New Bedford, MA to fabricate and machine parts with Bridgeports, grinders, and milling machines. You will inspect molds and assemblies, verify blueprints, and document modifications while maintaining accurate records and work orders.

You will test assemblies, adjust as needed, and contribute to high-quality production. A vocational machine shop background and 3+ years of experience are required, with tools provided and maintained by you.

Qualifications

• Vocational school or equivalent in Machine Shop/Tool Technology.
• Minimum of 3 years of machine shop experience.
• Must provide and maintain personal trade-related tools.
• Experience fabricating using lathes and milling machines.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, verniers, micrometers).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with understanding of production equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and/or electrical schematics preferred.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and machine parts using lathes and milling machines.
• Inspect and measure molds, assemblies, and cavities to ensure qualification.
• Verify specs against blueprints for new equipment installations.
• Test completed assemblies and adjust as needed, documenting changes and maintaining records.

Skills

3+ years machine shop experience

Tool ownership and maintenance

Lathes & milling machines

Precision measuring tools

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic/electrical systems knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Troubleshooting & problem-solving

Education

Vocational school in Machine Shop or Tool Technology

Tools

Bridgeport machines

Grinders

Milling machines

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

Join our team as a Machinist 1st Class, where your precision, craftsmanship, and technical expertise will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing excellence. In this hands‑on role, you will fabricate and machine parts using equipment such as Bridgeports, grinders, and milling machines; inspect and measure molds, assemblies, and cavities prior to production qualification; and verify specifications against blueprints for new equipment installations. You will also test completed assemblies, make necessary adjustments, document modifications, and maintain accurate work records, including work orders, preventive maintenance activities, materials, and parts within a computerized maintenance management system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality production while continuously applying and expanding your machining skills.

What You Bring

• Vocational school graduate in Machine Shop or Machine and Tool Technology, or equivalent technical education.
• Minimum of 3 years of machine shop experience required.
• Must provide and maintain personal trade‑related tools needed to perform job duties.
• Experience fabricating parts using lathes and milling machines.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments, including calipers, verniers, and micrometers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a thorough understanding of production equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and/or electrical systems and schematics preferred.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving abilities.

Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well‑being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more.

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Pay Range: $29.90-$37.25

EEO and Additional Statements

Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Acushnet Company respects the intellectual property and confidential information of third parties. Our policy is that no employee or applicant shall disclose confidential information of a third party to Acushnet Company. Accordingly, please do not include any confidential information of a current or previous employer on your resume or any other materials you provide to us.

Acushnet Company participates is E-Verify. Please click here for more details.

Global Candidate Privacy Notice

Tell me about a time you had to machine a part to very tight specifications. What equipment and measuring tools did you use, and how did you ensure the finished part met the blueprint requirements?

A completed assembly fails operational testing after installation. Walk me through how you would troubleshoot the issue, identify the root cause, make the necessary adjustments, and document the work performed.