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Machinist I

The L.S. Starrett Company
Athol, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/15/2027
Job Summary:

Basic operation and inspection of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce

precision parts and instruments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ability to follow safety and standard operating procedures
  • Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.
  • Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Qualifications:

  • Performs work under direct supervision.
  • Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
  • Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
  • Mathematical skills.
  • Technical expertise.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Physical Stamina. Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Basic communication and math skills

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements.
  • Ability to lift and move materials and parts up to 50 pounds.
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate machinery and measuring tools.
  • Ability to visually inspect parts and read measurements and specifications.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around machinery, noise, oils, and coolants.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range:

  • $18.75 - $25.00/hour based on experience

Salary : $19 - $25

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