CNC Machinist

Overview

The CNC Machinist will set-up and operate CNC and Manual Turning and Milling Machine Tools. Machine products from various materials to blue print, sketches, work instructions and work procedures.

• Work with little assistance in planning, layout, set-up and operation of CNC and Manual Machine tools.
• Proof read and edit CNC programs as required.
• Understands some set up operation & program of G&M codes.
• Responsible for machining and inspecting product to insure it is within specifications.
• Perform some machining operations, including but not limited to Milling, Turning, Facing, Drilling, Reaming, Threading, Tapping, Deburring and assembly of product.
• Perform basic machine maintenance as instructed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Fully responsible for the quality of their own work.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve department and company goals.
• Work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of doctoring, cleaning, filtration, and forming systems and related consumables used in process industries worldwide including construction roofing materials, food processing, metals processing, nonwovens, pulp and paper, textiles and fibers, and tissue.

• Kadant was named as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies  by Newsweek
• Kadant was named as one of America’s Greatest Companies 2025 by Newsweek
• Kadant was named as one of America’s Greenest Companies 2025 by Newsweek
• Kadant was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2024
• 100% of Kadant’s energy comes from renewable sources.
• Kadant serves the pulp and paper industry which has recycled 68% of everything produced and 82% of cardboard since 2009, the highest of any processing industry.
• Kadant serves several process industries including lithium-ion battery production, food processing, metals processing, carbon fiber, nonwovens, textiles, and construction roofing materials.
• At Kadant, our customer-focused innovation allows us to deliver Sustainable Industrial Processing™ engineering services and technologies to help our customers create more value with fewer inputs.
• Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Competitive wage.
• All benefits are effective upon date of hire.

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with best-in-class premiums.
• 10 ½ paid holidays.
• 401k with match.
• Company paid life insurance benefit.
• Disability insurance.
• Aflac insurance.
• Lifelock insurance.
• Met Law legal assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending.
• Dependent care.
• Educational assistance.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Education/

Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent
- Trade School Diploma preferred. Minimum of five years of hands-on experience in the set-up and operation of CNC and Manual Machine Tools. Experience with the methods and devices to lift heavy irregularly shaped objects.

Knowledge: Advanced shop mathematics, able to read complex blue prints and, an understanding of the order of operations and good manufacturing practices is essential. Understands set up operation & program of G & M codes.

Skill: The CNC Machinist must be able to correctly use and read basic measuring tools such as micrometers, Vernier calipers and indicators. Ability to control the machine tool to hold specified tolerances. Verbal and written communication skills to convey information within the organization and the ability to solve practical manufacturing problems with little guidance is important. Basic computer skills ( i.e. data entry, editing, searching.)

Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks.

Physical/Environmental Demands: Posses manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials. Be able to lift heavy weight, carry at least 50 lbs and move, pull or push materials of this magnitude. Work near moving mechanical parts. Periodically exposed to hazards of a serious nature requiring care in the use of machinery as well as the use of personal protective equipment.