Manufacturing Technician

The Dixon Group•Chestertown, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dixon Group is seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Chestertown, MD! The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to operate, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC equipment in a production environment. In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring parts are produced accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. You will be responsible for monitoring machine performance, identifying and resolving machining issues, inspecting finished products, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of three years of manufacturing experience required.
Experience operating or troubleshooting CNC machinery required.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
Experience using precision measuring equipment, including calipers and micrometers.
Basic shop mathematics skills, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and measurement conversions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and quality expectations.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor computer numerical controlled (CNC) machinery used to mill, punch, drill, broach, and ream metal and plastic components.
Troubleshoot machine performance issues and make adjustments to machine settings, tooling, or programs as needed to maintain production requirements.
Identify machining defects, investigate root causes, and take corrective action to ensure product quality and process efficiency.
Perform in-process and final inspections of manufactured parts to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools, to verify dimensional accuracy.
Make sound decisions regarding quality, tolerances, machine operation, and production sequencing.
Prepare and set up machines for production runs, including tooling changes and machine adjustments.
Monitor production output to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to production schedules.
Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.
Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and team members to continuously improve manufacturing processes and product quality.