Precision Machinist Level 2 - CNC & Manual

Kelly Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Vermont is seeking a Machinist Level 2 to operate CNC lathes and machining centers, read drawings, and inspect precision components. The role emphasizes hands-on machining, setup, and collaboration with engineers in a precision manufacturing environment.

You will work with CNC and manual equipment, perform basic program edits, measure parts, and maintain quality and safety standards while expanding your machining skills and contributing to team goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of hands-on machining experience.
• Experience with CNC machinery and/or manual milling machines, lathes, grinders, and drills.
• Ability to read and work from mechanical drawings.
• Understanding of GD&T, tolerances, datums, and drawing views.
• Experience measuring and inspecting machined parts.
• Basic machine setup and program editing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to continue learning.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and/or machining centers based on your training and experience.
• Perform manual machining using mills, lathes, grinders, drills, and other equipment.
• Set up machines and make basic program edits as needed.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, including datums, GD&T, tolerances, and multiple views.
• Measure and inspect machined components using appropriate gauges and inspection tools.
• Perform basic assembly of mechanical components as required.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Identify and address quality issues during the machining process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work with Mechanical Engineers and other manufacturing team members.
• Take on additional machining and manufacturing responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC operation

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machinery

Manual milling machines

Measuring gauges

Job description

Kelly Services in Vermont is seeking a Machinist Level 2 to operate CNC lathes and machining centers, read drawings, and inspect precision components. The role emphasizes hands-on machining, setup, and collaboration with engineers in a precision manufacturing environment.

You will work with CNC and manual equipment, perform basic program edits, measure parts, and maintain quality and safety standards while expanding your machining skills and contributing to team goals.