MACHINIST A

The Entwistle Company; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

PTO

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Family/Medical Leave

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Safety Reimbursements

Employee Events

Competitive Pay

Job summary

The Entwistle Company in Hudson, MA is seeking a skilled Machinist A to operate large CNC mills and produce mission-critical components for defense applications. You will read blueprints, set up machines, select feeds and tooling, and inspect work to meet tight tolerances.

This role offers a collaborative environment with growth potential, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to national security through precision manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Formal trade or technical training in machining or precision manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large CNC horizontal/vertical mills for a range of complex tasks.
• Interpret blueprints and instructions to machine aluminum, steel, castings, forgings, plates, and weldments.
• Select feeds, speeds, tools and work holding to meet tight tolerances and quality finishes.
• Use precision measuring tools to set up and inspect work and verify conformance.
• Review work to ensure compliance with customer and military requirements.
• Operate overhead cranes to position large parts safely.
• Maintain production records and keep the workspace clean and organized.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and perform related duties.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Trade/technical training

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and motivated Machinist A to build a long‑term career in our collaborative and innovative environment. In this role, you’ll help deliver mission‑critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your skills, creativity, and impact directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth. Ready to make a real difference? Join us.

Mission Statement

• To be an essential provider of mission‑critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.
• To design, manufacture & build‑to‑print innovative and cost‑effective products.
• To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and U.S. warfighter succeed in their missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large CNC horizontal/vertical machining centers for a wide range of large complex tasks.
• Interpret verbal/written instructions and complex blueprints to machine materials such as aluminum and steel, including large castings, forgings, plates, and large weldments.
• Select proper feeds, speeds, cutting tools, and work holding equipment to ensure tight tolerances and high‑quality finishes.
• Use a variety of precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gage blocks, height gauges) to set up and inspect work.
• Review work performed in the department as needed; ensure work meets customer and military requirements.
• Operate overhead cranes to position large parts on and off machine beds safely.
• Maintain daily production records and keep work area clean and organized.
• Comply with all health and safety guidelines and perform related duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short‑term
• Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Competitive pay based on experience.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of formal trade training or equivalent technical education.
• 5–10 years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating large CNC horizontal and vertical mills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to producing quality work.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

Related Military Job Codes

• Army MOS: 91E – Allied Trades Specialist
• Navy NEC: MM – Machinist’s Mate
• Air Force AFSC: 2A7X1 – Aircraft Metals Technology
• Marine Corps MOS: 1316 – Metal Worker
• Coast Guard Rating: MK – Machinery Technician