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Mayhew Tools
Turners Falls, MA Intern
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Deerfield Packaging is looking to employ self-motivated, hardworking individuals to operate its CNC Swiss turning machines. Operators will be expected to follow a demanding production schedule and simultaneously run between three and six machines at a time. Supervisory experience greatly preferred.

$ 1500 Sign on bonus

Job Characteristics

Set up, operation, changeover and shut down of all CNC lathes

Read shop packs to match tool ID with quantity, material, cut, operations to follow, etc.

Identify and load corresponding program for each job

Regularly monitor product quality and make offsets as needed

Monitor shift handoffs responsibly to minimize machine downtime

Inspect dimensions of all tools – must be able to match to print and specs provided on shop packs

Inspect quality of all tools – must be able to inspect for dimensional tolerance and aesthetic tolerance

Use tape measures, rulers, dial/digital calipers, optical comparators (shadow graph) and depth gauges to ensure precision

Keep accurate and detailed paperwork; ability to read and interpret shop prints

Complete tasks typically managed by CNC Utility (material handler) in their absence, including (but not limited to) chamfer and load steel bars into bar feeders, discard scrap, wash product, etc.

Train other operators as needed, e.g. on the job training, shadowing, machine set up and changeover education, program checks, etc.

Ability to troubleshoot problems arising out of normal operation of lathes; maintenance functions include (but are not limited to) changing oil, replacing inserts and collets, program checks, etc.

Perform regular (daily/weekly/monthly/yearly) maintenance per machine schedules, such as motor replacements, machine rebuilds, etc.

Read, edit and interpret G- & M-code with sufficient proficiency to control movements and speed of lathes, including ability to customize written code to tailor to clients’ needs

Oversees CNC operation in the absence of CNC Supervisor

Participate in training new employees when needed

Required Skills

Collaboration with CNC workers and supervisor as needed

Prioritizes tasks and delegates responsibilities in absence of Maintenance Supervisor

Basic computer familiarity (file selection, OS operation, etc.)

Strong organization and time management skills while multitasking

Close attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Written and verbal English communication skills; ability to compute simple arithmetic

Able to work with a team to accomplish company goals

Strict attention and adherence to safety guidelines including wearing all personal protective equipment (PPE)

Willingness to keep and maintain a clean and safe work environment

Adherence to attendance policy

Required Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years’ experience as a CNC machine operator

Preferred Education/Experience

Managerial experience or experience leading teams

Experience With Swiss Lathes Highly Preferred

Associate’s degree or machining program certification

Experience or certification driving forklifts

Experience or certification operating hoists

Experience with WinCNC or ShopVue

5 years’ experience as a CNC machine operator

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend; stoop, crouch or crawl; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. Additionally, workers will be exposed to a large warehouse environment and may experience loud volumes or high/low temperatures, based on current weather. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and may be required to stand for up to 3 hours at a time.

Pay is based on experience and shift.

Salary : $22 - $33

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