Machinist II

US486 Valmet Flow Control Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Company funded pension

Job summary

Valmet Flow Control Inc. in Shrewsbury, MA is seeking a Machinist/Manufacturing Technician to support daily machining and production operations. You will operate manual and CNC equipment, read drawings, and perform quality inspections to ensure parts meet specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and teamwork to meet production goals; prior experience is helpful but not required. On-site manufacturing environment with standard safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to read basic engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Basic inspection using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC machining equipment as trained.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Produce parts that meet customer and engineering specifications.
• Assist with machine setups and tooling changes.
• Perform basic inspections and report equipment or process issues.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measuring & inspection

Safety conscious

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Overview

Join our team in Shrewsbury, MA as a Machinist! As a Manufacturing Technician, you will support daily machining and production operations while following established safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures. You will operate manual and CNC machining equipment as trained, read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions, and produce parts that meet customer and engineering specifications. You will perform basic inspections using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure product quality. In this role, you will also assist with machine setups, tooling changes, and routine troubleshooting, while identifying and reporting any equipment, quality, or production concerns. Success in this position requires a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are eager to learn, mechanically inclined, and interested in working in a manufacturing environment. Previous experience operating machinery or working in a production setting is helpful but not required. Candidates should be comfortable reading basic drawings and specifications, using measuring tools, and following written and verbal instructions. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to producing high-quality work while maintaining a safe and organized work area. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to develop new skills are essential for success in this role.

What We Offer

• generous wage and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.

When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries.

Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork.

Valmet is a global technology leader in serving process industries. We work with our customers throughout the lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services, as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions.

Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of 18,500 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.

In 2025, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.2 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.