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EDM Set-up

Lavelle Medical
Westford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/17/2026

CNC Milling Set Up Job Description

Job Overview
Join a fast paced high energy team and growing business to provide manufacturing engineering support for the production of high-quality products. Assess contract requirements and develop manufacturing methods and documented manufacturing processes which will meet customer requirements in a cost-effective and competitive fashion.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC milling machines to produce precision parts according to specifications. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Reads travelers, process sheets, blueprints, specifications, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, and operating requirements;
  • Loads program for repeat jobs;
  • Verifies current revision level to ensure consistency of program and documents;
  • Mounts fixture for work piece to facilitate machining process; Mounts work piece, manually or using hoist;
  • Selects and installs appropriate wire diameter and material per set-up sheet;
  • Starts machining operation;
  • Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with data on set-up sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, cutting conditions and offsets;
  • Notifies Floor Manager of suggested improvements for subsequent runs but follows existing documented process for current run; ;
  • Runs first piece and inspects for conformance to specifications, using micrometers, other precision gauges;
  • Obtains Quality Inspector approval for first-run piece;
  • Run the job or advances to EDM Operator

Less Essential Duties / Functions

  • Maintains necessary supplies for area, notifies LP/Floor Manager when re-orders are necessary;
  • Replaces worn tools, as necessary;
  • Communicates with LP/Floor Manager to receive instructions and coordinate activities;
  • Provides assistance to Operators, as needed, to ensure proper milling operation;
  • Reviews and organizes set-up folder;
  • Maintains clean and organized work area.

Job Qualifications and Skills

  • Understands all aspects of the CNC milling manufacturing process;
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in team environment;
  • Able to work with minimal direction;
  • Understands and follows all policies that apply to one's job and maintains a high level of professionalism, ethics and compliance at all times.

Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional products while advancing your career in the manufacturing industry!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Vision insurance

License/Certification:

  • drivers license (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Westford, MA 01886 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $40

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