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CNC Mill - Lathe Machinist/Programmer

CNC Mill - Lathe Machinist/Programmer

locationBillerica, MA, USA
PublishedPublished: 9/26/2025
Full Time
5 - 10 years of experience

CNC Lathe Machinist / Programmer – 1st Shift

📍 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.

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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Compensation & Benefits

  • 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.

Why Join CR Machine?

  • 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.

Years of experience

  • 5 - 10 years of experience

Required languages

  • English

Machine Type Programming Experience

  • Lathe w/ Milling (Mill Turn)