NC Operator I

A.W. Chesterton Company•Groveland, MA

4d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The NC Operator I is a frontline manufacturing position responsible for operating Numerical Control machine tools including, but not limited to, lathes, millers, EDM, etc., as needed to manufacture metal or plastic components. One or more machines may be running at the same time. Inspects work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to Engineering DWGS. Will record data for SPC, either manually or electronically. Works as part of a team and must be willing to support quality and production goals.

Requirements

Machinist certification or 1-3 years related experience with numerical control machines.
Works under close supervision. May take direction from supervisor, Lead, or trainer.
Ability to follow detailed operation process planning, written, and/or verbal instructions.
Requires a basic understanding of Numerical Control Programs.
Ability to read and understand machine code.
Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and blueprints.
Requires general math skills.
Ability to work in Machine Shop Environment.
Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
Ability to function as part of a team.
Requires lifting parts, tools, and fixtures weighing up to 35 lbs.
Ability to work in an uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme heat, cold, and noise.

Responsibilities

Operates Numerical Control machine tools, including lathes and millers. Does minor tool set up involving changing inserts, end mills, drills, counter sinks, etc.
Operates machine controller to download (electronically transfer) part program files.
Performs work from operation and planning packages, which include process sheets, tooling lists, set-up sheets, program code and blueprints.
Inspects work and performs Quality checks and records data for SPC as required. Stops process and notifies shop lead or supervisor when parts measure Out-of-Tolerance.
Maintains safe and clean work area daily. Keeps informed of and follows machine shop safety policies and procedures.
Checks own work with Inspection tools, gauges, micrometers, indicators, etc., and has work cross- checked by a Quality Control Inspector. Also does a visual inspection to ensure parts meet are free of defects and cleaned.
May be required to deburr parts.
May be required to perform other manufacturing support functions as needed.
This specific role/function is subject to our On-Call Policy and may be required to remain available during off-schedule hours to support the business needs.

Benefits

“Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
BCBS Medical Coverage
Delta Dental
401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
Parental leave for moms and dads to be
Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!