Production Technician, 1st Shift

Alloy Enterprises; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits (401K/medical/d

On‑the‑job training

Collaborative team environment

Zero Harm safety policy

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Burlington, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to set up, calibrate, and operate production machines in a fast-paced facility. You will inspect tolerances, follow SOPs, and collaborate with engineers on improvements while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires five days onsite per week, with opportunities for hands-on experience in cutting‑edge thermal and manufacturing technologies and solid career development potential.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams.
• Critical eye for identifying defects.
• Commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and occasionally perform strenuous physical labor.
• Ability to work within ITAR‑controlled environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and operate production machines.
• Follow SOPs and work instructions.
• Inspect machining operations and finished products against tolerances using precision tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Operate a CNC production machine per established procedures.
• Use laser cutting machines for metal sheet stack forging.
• Control and adjust machine settings to meet specifications.
• Inspect materials and products for quality and report discrepancies.
• Collaborate with engineers on R&D and process improvements.
• Role requires 5 days onsite per week.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Schematics reading

Quality and safety

Tools selection

Work scheduling

Physical stamina

ITAR knowledge

Tools

CNC machines

Laser cutting equipment

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Thermal constraints limit AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and defense systems. JCI removes those constraints. Enabled by the Stack Forging™ process, JCI produces high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose‑built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission‑critical systems. JCI has built the industry's leading thermal management platform for the applications that demand it most.

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.

• On-the-job/cross‑training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

Location: Burlington, MA
Shift: 1st (6 AM - 2:30 PM)
Pay: $27.35

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for the delivery and execution of core manufacturing technician tasks for vendors and managers in accordance with Johnson Controls principles, corporate policies and procedures, and plant operations. You will perform a variety of employment related functions for the ultimate purpose of enhancing employee engagement, safety and health, productivity and ensuring employee compliance with company policies in a manufacturing facility.

Who You Are

We are seeking a detail‑oriented individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is eager to learn and grow. This position offers hands‑on experience with innovative technology and opportunities for long‑term career development.

Responsibilities

*Responsibilities are subject to change based on shifting business needs

• Responsible for the set‑up, calibration, and operation of machines used in the production processes.

• Work from verbal or written instructions through SOP’s or work instructions.

• Inspect machining operations and finished products against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools.

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning.

• Set up and operate a CNC production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

• Use computer‑controlled equipment to select and operate laser cutting machines specialized for metal sheet stack forging.

• Control and adjust machine settings to complete routine tasks according to specifications.

• Inspect material and products to strict quality standards and communicate any discrepancies at any point in the production process.

• Collaborate with engineers and support staff on R&D projects and process improvements.

• This role requires 5 days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.

• Time management skills.

• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams.

• Critical eye for identifying defects.

• Commitment to quality and safety.

• Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.

• Ability to complete daily activities according to work schedule.

• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and occasionally perform strenuous physical labor.

• Ability to work within ITAR‑controlled environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing experience.

• Power tool experience is preferred.

• Experience working in ISO‑controlled or other regulated manufacturing environments.

Familiarity with any of the following is a plus: metrology, 3D printing, robotics, CNC machining, and spreadsheet software.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

$27.35 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us #NA-Forge #HourlyJobs

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