Job Description
CNC Lathe Machinist / Programmer – 1st Shift\n
Billerica, MA | Family-Owned Machine Shop | Competitive Pay + Benefits
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Company Overview
CR Machine has been family-owned and operated for over 50 years, serving customers across industries with precision machining of stainless steel and high-temp alloys. Our Billerica, MA facility is clean, modern, and equipped with advanced CNC machines from Kitamura, Brother, Miyano, Doosan, and Smart.
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Lathe Machinist/Programmer to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a machinist who can independently program, set up, and operate CNC lathes, taking raw material all the way to finished product with precision.
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Responsibilities
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- Program, set up, and operate multi-axis CNC lathes (Miyano, Doosan, Smart) and CNC mills (Kitamura, Brother).
- Take projects from raw stock to finished parts with minimal supervision.
- Read and interpret customer drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Determine speeds, feeds, tolerances, and machining sequences.
- Make trial cuts, adjust machines, and perform complete setups.
- Finish parts by machine and hand as required.
- Work with advanced tooling, cutting strategies, and modern machining practices.
- Perform in-process inspection using precision tools (micrometers, calipers, surface gages, profilometer, CMM, vision systems, dial indicators).
- Apply trigonometry and shop math to calculate dimensions, angles, and layouts.
- Use CAD/CAM software for programming (Fusion360 preferred; Mastercam also acceptable).
- Collaborate with the team and perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
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- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 5+ years of CNC machining and programming experience preferred (willing to consider strong candidates with less).
- Proficiency in multi-axis CNC lathe setup and operation.
- Experience with Fusion360 or Mastercam programming.
- Familiarity with Kitamura, Brother, Miyano, Doosan, or Smart machines a plus.
- Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and work ethic required.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- Local candidates only. There is no relocation package.
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Compensation & Benefits
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- Competitive pay (based on experience).
- Comprehensive medical & dental insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Disability insurance.
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement.
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Why Join CR Machine?
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- Stable, family-owned business with 50+ years of success.
- Work with Kitamura, Brother, Miyano, Doosan, and Smart CNC machines.
- Exposure to complex stainless steel & high-temp alloy parts.
- Modern, clean, and well-equipped facility.
- Career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
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