Machinist (O&R)

Smiths Group; Wildwood Village (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is looking for a skilled Machinist to operate CNC machines and fabricate high-quality parts. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of relevant experience and must comply with FAA guidelines for safety. Responsibilities include setting up machines, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring the precision of finished work.

This role requires physical stamina and attention to detail for success in a fast-paced environment. STS Aerospace offers a supportive workplace valuing diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Two to three years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Safety sensitivity requiring background and drug checks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to fabricate parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Verify conformance of finished work to specifications.

Skills

Machine operation and setup

Blueprint interpretation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

2-3 years related experience or equivalent education

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Grinders

Job description

Ready to make your next move? A career at STS Aerospace allows you to take ownership of challenges, think creatively and be a part of our exciting growth journey.

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for a Machinist to join the team. Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position involves the set-up and operation of conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as CNC mills, CNC lathes, and grinders
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Qualifications

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations:

Two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

In order to be in compliance with FAA guidelines, employee must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

FAA Requirements

This position is considered Safety Sensitive by the FAA and requires a background check and drug screen along with quarterly random drug screens.

Additional Information

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.