Senior CNC Machinist (Lathe & Mills)

Tecomet, Inc; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecomet, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist III to produce precision machined parts by operating, setting up, and sometimes programming CNC mills, wire EDMs, and lathes in a quality‑driven environment.

You will read blueprints and specifications, maintain equipment, follow GMP/GDP practices, and collaborate with engineering on fixtures and tooling while meeting productivity targets and sustaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5+ years CNC Machining experience.
• Associate degree/certificate in Tooling & Machining or Machinist apprenticeship preferred.
• GCSE/NVQ Maths and English desirable (UK only).

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and could program CNC mills, Wire EDMs, and CNC lathes within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings.
• Propose new production set‑ups and change offsets/tooling in machines as part of the new setup.
• Perform difficult CNC machining work including progressive machining of a variety of parts and different metals where very close tolerances must be maintained.
• Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications.
• Troubleshoot and understand CNC programs and processes.
• Improve and produce work instructions.
• Assist Engineering with redesigning fixtures to increase quality standards and productivity, change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear.
• Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator‑owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements, including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting readings.
• Propose adjusted speeds and feeds for different machining requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to PM schedule.
• Perform hand finishing.
• Always follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP), including completion of job routers/cards.
• Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues.
• Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity.
• Record all activities in a timely manner on the job tracking system.
• Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities.
• Identify and elevate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required.
• Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Operate CNC machines

Multi-machine operation

Offsets setup

Programming (basic)

Math skills

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Safety conscious

Detail oriented

Team player

Problem solving

Communication skills

Computer skills

Mentoring/training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tooling & Machining certificate

Machinist apprenticeship

UK GCSE/NVQ Maths and English desirable

Job description

Tecomet, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist III to produce precision machined parts by operating, setting up, and sometimes programming CNC mills, wire EDMs, and lathes in a quality‑driven environment.

You will read blueprints and specifications, maintain equipment, follow GMP/GDP practices, and collaborate with engineering on fixtures and tooling while meeting productivity targets and sustaining safety standards.