Machinist I

Starrett Co.; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Starrett Co. in Athol, MA is seeking a skilled first-line machinist to operate and inspect precision parts using conventional or automatic machines.

You will follow safety procedures and SOPs, set up machines, and verify tolerances with basic measurement tools. The role involves producing parts to specifications with lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders, and examining finished units to detect defects.

Qualifications

• Under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
• Mathematical skills.
• Technical expertise.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read measurements and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Machine parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Skills

Safety procedures

Basic problem solving

Mathematical skills

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Measurement reading

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic math skills

Job description

Job Summary:

Basic operation and inspection of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to follow safety and standard operating procedures


• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.


• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Qualifications:

• Performs work under direct supervision.


• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.


• Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.


• Mathematical skills.


• Technical expertise.


• Manual dexterity.


• Physical Stamina. Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred


• Basic communication and math skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.


• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements.


• Ability to lift and move materials and parts up to 50 pounds.


• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate machinery and measuring tools.


• Ability to visually inspect parts and read measurements and specifications.


• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around machinery, noise, oils, and coolants.


• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range:

• $18.75 - $25.00/hour based on experience