What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist II - 2nd Shift position at VulcanForms Inc.?
About Us
Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
Job Purpose
As the CNC Machinist II at Arwood Machine, A VulcanForms Company, Newburyport, MA, you will operate CNC Lathe and/or Mill Machines to support manufacturing based on skillset and shop demand. VulcanForms Inc. operates in an environmentally controlled, state-of-the-art facility committed to producing quality parts for our clients. We manufacture products for several industries, including aerospace, military and defense, satellite, and medical devices. Please note that the CNC Machinist position is shift-based and this is during our 2nd shift.
Key Responsibilities
The hourly pay range for this position is $24 - $33. This role shall also include a pay differential of 10% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base-pay shifts.
Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
Job Purpose
As the CNC Machinist II at Arwood Machine, A VulcanForms Company, Newburyport, MA, you will operate CNC Lathe and/or Mill Machines to support manufacturing based on skillset and shop demand. VulcanForms Inc. operates in an environmentally controlled, state-of-the-art facility committed to producing quality parts for our clients. We manufacture products for several industries, including aerospace, military and defense, satellite, and medical devices. Please note that the CNC Machinist position is shift-based and this is during our 2nd shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to operate a CNC lathe (including work holding, kitting of tools, touching off of tools/establishing offsets, reading of manufacturing drawings, and first article buy-off) on FANUC, Yasnac, Mitsubishi, and controls.
- Ability to operate a CNC 3, 4 or 5-axis Mill (including work holding, kitting of tools, touching off of tools/establishing offsets, reading manufacturing drawings, and first article buy-off) on Fanuc, Yasnac, Brother, and Heidenhain controls
- Experience with utilizing a pre-setter offline for tool offsets is a plus.
- Experience with quick-change tooling is a plus.
- Operate, set up, and edit programs on the machines within the department.
- In addition to running machines, the Machinist will periodically inspect parts during production to monitor for consistent dimensional and visual quality.
- Responsible for continuously monitoring equipment and tooling. In the event of a breakdown or other event that would disrupt the process.
- Follow the instructions on the Process sheet, Drawings, and/or Programs.
- Support training of more junior team members on all aspects of machining.
- Helps others identify issues and troubleshoot their work.
- Interface/communicate with Quality, Engineering, and other team members.
- Maintains the work area and equipment clean and orderly and follows prescribed safety regulations.
- 4 years of experience with 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC Milling Centers, 2-axis and multi axis, live tooling lathes, experience with the controls listed in the Key Accountabilities section above.
- Ability to read Blueprints and have a good understanding of GD&T
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Adhere to and enforce the company's health & safety policies and procedures
- Adhere to and enforce the company's quality policies and procedures
- Good hand/eye coordination
- Graduate of Advanced Machine Technology Course.
- Knowledge of 5S/6S.
The hourly pay range for this position is $24 - $33. This role shall also include a pay differential of 10% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base-pay shifts.
Salary : $24 - $33