Precision Automatic Screw Machine Setup Technician

ELECTRO SWITCH GROUP; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Electroswitch Machine Corporation seeks an experienced Automatic Screw Machine Setup Operator for its Rockland manufacturing operation. This role performs complete setups, operates Brown & Sharpe screw machines, and troubleshoots to manufacture high-volume precision components.

You will review schedules, set up tooling, and ensure in-process quality through precise measurement and documentation. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of setup/operating experience on Brown & Sharpe machines,

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational/technical school training required.
• Five or more years of automatic screw machine setup and operating experience preferred.
• Experience performing complete setups on Brown & Sharpe automatic screw machines strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, and dimensional specifications.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, comparators, thread gauges, ring gauges, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Experience sharpening drills and form tools and operating a surface grinder.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups and operate Brown & Sharpe automatic screw machines to manufacture precision components according to blueprints and production specifications.
• Select and install cams, turret tooling, collet dogs, spindle-speed gears, and other machine components required for each job.
• Set up thread rollers and operate LIPE automatic bar-feed equipment.
• Review production schedules, work orders, and Kanban cards to determine job priorities and machine requirements.
• Maintain and sharpen form tools, cutoff tools, drills, and other tooling as required.
• Produce and inspect first-piece samples before beginning production runs.
• Conduct in-process inspections throughout the production run to ensure components remain within blueprint tolerances.
• Move completed parts to the next designated operation or work center.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Operate CNC or manual machining equipment when required and appropriately trained.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Thread gauges

Ring gauges

Dial indicators

Job description

Electroswitch Machine Corporation seeks an experienced Automatic Screw Machine Setup Operator for its Rockland manufacturing operation. This role performs complete setups, operates Brown & Sharpe screw machines, and troubleshoots to manufacture high-volume precision components.

You will review schedules, set up tooling, and ensure in-process quality through precise measurement and documentation. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of setup/operating experience on Brown & Sharpe machines,