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Machine SetUp - Peterborough, NH

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc
Peterborough, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
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New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.
Job Description

As a Set-Up, you will efficiently set up machinery to produce standard components to specified dimensions and characteristics, according to quality standards. You will also provide assistance or training to Operators as needed, and assist peers to minimize machine downtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate 3 required machines simultaneously to produce a diverse range of parts on short or long run work, and exacting finish specifications. Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and information obtained from set-up cards and layout sheets (certified process or engineered cycles) to ensure parts are manufactured per process and drawing requirements
  • Set up standard product within a machine subgroup, replace raw material or part feeder system, enter machine parameter: speeds and feed rates, replace worn tooling and adjust machines as needed.
  • Use micrometers, verniers, optical comparator, microscope, and a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges to set-up equipment and check work. Review calibration of all measuring equipment, patrol machines using the 4-bin system.
  • Perform first article verification if process requires it.
  • Train new hires as assigned, and provide assistance to team members as needed to minimize operator downtime.
  • Perform complex troubleshooting and correct operating difficulties, maintain required records, detect and report unusual conditions to assigned leader. Observe standard processes to make recommendations to the team leader or supervisor for improving efficiencies, safety, or morale within the work center.
  • Operate automation equipment and provide minor troubleshooting within work area as assigned
  • Keep work area clean and orderly, observing all safety rules and regulations, and conforming to OSHA regulations.
  • Move materials, parts, and containers, as required, to complete job duties.

Job Skills and Abilities:

  • Perform any assembly type functions using hand tools, mechanical equipment and/or measuring equipment
  • Read, reference and interpret written and verbal instructions; always following established standard procedures
  • Maintain established production levels and quality standards
  • Recognize and report any irregularities as to fits, defective parts, finishes, work techniques and/or quality of workmanship
  • Maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections

Education and Experience Required:

  • HS Diploma or GED.
  • A minimum of two (2) years manufacturing experience.
  • Mechanical aptitude required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Includes must be able to: stand, walk, bend, reach, grab, twist, carry, push and pull.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: NH Ball Bearings is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

DISCLAIMER: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex including orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.


 

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