Machinist Senior

Nesco Resource•Devens, MA

About The Position

The Senior Machinist sets up and operates conventional and numerically controlled machining equipment to produce precision, complex components. The position works with limited guidance in a team environment, follows established manufacturing processes, and makes appropriate machine adjustments to consistently produce quality parts. Candidates need hands-on experience with tight-tolerance machining, machine setups, blueprint reading, and precision inspection. The hiring manager is specifically seeking experience machining and inspecting parts to tolerances of .003 inches or better, with inspection capabilities involving tolerances of less than .0005 inches. Candidates should be prepared to state the tightest tolerance they have personally machined and consistently held. The role is on first shift, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. It is subject to applicable U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Nesco Resource offers associates a benefits package that includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan encompassing medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and EAP services.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related machining experience.
Demonstrated ability to perform machine setups with limited guidance.
Experience operating conventional and/or CNC machining equipment.
Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, route sheets, and manufacturing instructions.
Experience machining to tight or close tolerances; the hiring manager seeks experience machining and inspecting to .003 inches or better, with precision inspection capabilities involving tolerances below .0005 inches.
Ability to use precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and comparators.
Working knowledge of machine-shop mathematics, including basic trigonometry.
Understanding of feeds, speeds, depth of cut, tooling, and work-holding.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
Ability to accurately complete production, inspection, and electronic manufacturing documentation.
Ability to apply Lean manufacturing concepts and identify process improvements.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to use job-specific software and employee self-service systems.
Must meet applicable U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

Precision or aerospace machining experience.
Experience with tight-tolerance components.
CNC setup and operation experience.
Experience with OD, ID, profile, or surface grinding.
Wire EDM experience.
Broaching experience.
Manual machining experience.
Experience machining complex mechanical components.
Precision inspection and dimensional verification experience.
SPC experience.
Lean manufacturing experience.
Experience with engineering drawings and close-tolerance specifications.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate multiple production machines, including conventional and CNC equipment.
Perform cutting, shaping, drilling, grinding, forming, deburring, and rework operations to bring components into specification.
Set up and secure work using standard fixtures and established work-holding methods.
Install and adjust cutting tools based on material, machine requirements, and established processes.
Determine and adjust feeds, spindle speeds, and depth of cut to produce quality parts.
Work from and interpret engineering blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, route sheets, specifications, manufacturing documentation, and verbal instructions.
Operate equipment including OD, ID, profile, and surface grinders; CNC lathes; wire EDMs; broaches; and manual machining equipment.
Use fixtures, arbors, vises, chucks, carriers, collets, and other work-holding and clamping systems.
Inspect in-process and finished components for dimensional and visual conformance using precision measurement equipment.
Use magnification equipment, including microscopes when required, to identify surface damage or defects; inspect visually for burrs, damaged surfaces, and other machining defects.
Complete shop documentation, job travelers, inspection records, time reporting, and electronic manufacturing records accurately.
Perform statistical process control (SPC) activities as required.
Routinely maintain machining equipment to support cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.
Handle raw materials, semi-finished components, and finished parts using appropriate carts, hoists, lifts, or other material-handling equipment.
Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost.
Follow company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.