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A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As a CNC Machinist at MKS, you will partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to set up, operate, and maintain CNC machinery to produce precision components according to engineering specifications. In this role, you will report to the Senior Supervisor of Manufacturing Operations. This posting is for a conversion opportunity for a pre-identified temporary employee currently working at MKS.
You Will Make an Impact By:
• Operating CNC machines to manufacture precision parts per technical drawings and work instructions
• Setting up machines, loading raw materials, and monitoring operations for abnormalities
• Inspecting finished parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure compliance with specifications
• Maintaining accurate documentation, including inspection results, part records, and production logs
• Identifying and reporting defective materials, process issues, or equipment concerns
• Performing routine machine maintenance, including replenishing lubricants and coolants
• Collaborating with team members to meet production goals and resolve technical challenges
Skills You Bring:
Experience with multi-axis CNC machines
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
• Experience working with conversational CNC machines
• Background in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing methodologies
• In depth knowledge of G Code programming
• Able to train and/or mentor others
Preferred Skills:
• 2+ years of related experience
• Machine shop experience, ability to utilize complicated drawings and specifications, advanced mathematics, a variety of precision measuring instruments and trade knowledge equivalent to training in a formal apprenticeship program
• Proficiency in operating CNC machines and interpreting blueprints/technical drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, and feed/speed parameters
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Ability to follow safety procedures and quality standards in a manufacturing environment
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 30 pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 60% of the time
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay Range: $18.89 - 31.49 USD Hourly. 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 and 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 [or as applicable].
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].
MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.
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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
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