Machinist 3

A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a CNC Machinist at MKS, you will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to set up, operate, and maintain CNC machinery to produce precision components according to engineering specifications. In this role, you will report to the Senior Supervisor of Manufacturing Operations.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Operating CNC machines to manufacture precision parts per technical drawings and work instructions
• Setting up machines, loading raw materials, and monitoring operations for abnormalities
• Inspecting finished parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure compliance with specifications
• Maintaining accurate documentation, including inspection results, part records, and production logs
• Identifying and reporting defective materials, process issues, or equipment concerns
• Performing routine machine maintenance, including replenishing lubricants and coolants
• Collaborating with team members to meet production goals and resolve technical challenges

Skills You Bring:

• High school diploma, technical certification, or equivalent education
• 4+ years of job-related work experience
• Proficiency in operating CNC machines and interpreting blueprints/technical drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, and feed/speed parameters
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Ability to follow safety procedures and quality standards in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
• Experience working with conversational CNC machines
• Background in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing methodologies
• In depth knowledge of G Code programming
• Able to train and/or mentor others

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or performing manual tasks
• Frequent use of hands and manual dexterity for machine operation and part inspection
• Occasional lifting and movement of objects up to 50 pounds
• Work performed in a manufacturing/lab environment with exposure to mechanical and electrical systems

Compensation and Benefits: Hourly Pay Range: $22.50 - 37.50 USD Hourly. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.  At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits : MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.