MACHINIST III - 1st Shift

MACHINIST III - 1st Shift

Location:

Newport News, VA

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist responsible for precision machining and quality assurance on the 1st shift. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC equipment, interpret complex blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. You will also perform inspections, document quality data, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues while maintaining high standards of accuracy and safety.

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including lathes, vertical mills, and other equipment, to machine parts to exact specifications.
• Interpret and work from complex blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and work orders to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform machining operations such as threading, precision boring, facing, turning, grooving, and contouring.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and vision systems.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical or quality issues.

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal technical training, trade school certification, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience operating CNC machines in a job shop or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling selection, and shop mathematics.
• Familiarity with G & M codes, CNC program cycles, and feed and speed identification.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools; experience with CMM or vision systems is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with small features.
• Experience with both ferrous and non‑ferrous metals; experience with plastics is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Values:
Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next‑generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries.

TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS.

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $52,100 - $78,200 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

TE Connectivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or age. We value disability and veterans.

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