CNC Setup & Operate - 1st Shift

CNC Setup Operator

Watts is reimagining the future of water. We're proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

Scope of Position

As a CNC Setup Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, adjusting, and preparing CNC lathes and milling machines for production. You will perform machine changeovers, install tooling and fixtures, verify offsets, and support operators to ensure consistent and accurate part production. This position is on site at our Franklin, NH facility, reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and involves collaboration with fellow setup staff, operators, and the quality team.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up CNC lathes, mills, and related equipment based on blueprints, job specifications, and setup sheets.
• Install and adjust tooling, fixtures, collets, and work-holding devices.
• Set and verify work offsets, tool offsets, and machine parameters.
• Perform first-piece inspections in coordination with Quality Assurance.
• Troubleshoot issues related to tooling wear, fixtures, offsets, and machine operation.
• Support CNC operators with machine adjustments and quality checks.
• Ensure machines run consistently following setup completion.
• Document setup information, quality checks, and production notes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience setting up CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges and other precision tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of safety standards and company policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC setup experience in a production environment.
• Experience diagnosing and replacing worn tooling.
• Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement practices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs:
  Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company's Franklin location in New Hampshire. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements:

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are…