CNC Machinist

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a CNC Machinist 1 at MKS Instruments, you will operate CNC lathe equipment to produce parts that must meet the dimensional specifications. You will be responsible for the machining, cleaning, and inspection of your own work. In this role, you will report to the Manufacturing Specialist.

• Ensuring correct machine operation (change inserts, tool holders, skim jaws, etc.).
• Conducting random inspection of parts to ensure conformity to required specifications, including visual inspection with the use of a microscope.
• Deburring and cleaning parts.
• Accurately completing all quality control documentation and inspection sheets.
• Resolving and communicating problems/issues to the supervisor.
• Performing a variety of other repetitive tasks.
• Performing other duties as assigned to maintain an efficient, clean, and safe work environment.

• High School or Trade School diploma.
• Work 6:50 am – 3:20 pm, Monday – Friday.
• 1+ years CNC machine operator experience.
• Ability to monitor tool wear and make dimensional adjustments (offsets).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to use measuring instruments (calipers and micrometers).

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time.
• Regularly require good manual dexterity and coordination.
• Occasionally move/position objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
• Frequently position self to perform tasks and position objects below, at, and above shoulder level.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Operate in a manufacturing environment.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Pay Range: $15.28–28.38 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience, training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS.

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, six weeks fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement (and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.).