United Electric Controls

🔎At a Glance

Company Name: United Electric Controls
Location: Watertown, Massachusetts
Shop Type: OEM / Production Manufacturing
Industries Served: Industrial Controls & Instrumentation
Typical Work: Production machining with repeat programs
Machining Capabilities: CNC Turning (Multi-Spindle), CNC Milling
Materials: Industrial-grade metals used in control components
Certifications: (Not specified)
Shift Environment: Day shift production environment

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About United Electric Controls

United Electric Controls is an OEM manufacturer located in Watertown, MA, producing industrial control and instrumentation products used in demanding industrial environments.

The machine shop supports internal product manufacturing by producing precision-machined components used in pressure, temperature, and related control assemblies. The focus is on repeatability, consistency, and process discipline — ensuring parts meet specification and production targets.

Rather than operating as a high-mix job shop, the environment is structured around established processes, standardized setups, and production efficiency. Skilled machinists play a direct role in maintaining quality and reducing lead times.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

Machinists at United Electric Controls work on:

Part Types:
Precision-machined components used in industrial control assemblies

Production Style:
Production machining with repeat jobs and defined workflows

Typical Tolerances:
Production-level tolerances appropriate to industrial instrumentation components

Programming & Setup:

• Machine-level program entry for pre-programmed G-code
• Offset wear and geometry adjustments
• Setup responsibilities depending on experience level
• No CAM currently in use (G-code based environment)

Materials Machined:
Industrial-grade metals used in control and instrumentation products

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Machining Capabilities

• CNC Turning (Dual-Spindle, Multi-Axis)
• CNC Milling
• Production Machining
• Build-to-Print Component Manufacturing

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CNC Equipment

Multi-Axis / Advanced Machines

• (5) Miyano Dual-Spindle, 5-Axis Lathes

CNC Mills

• Haas Milling Machine

CNC Lathes / Turning

• Mazak CNC Machines
• Engine Lathes
• Turret Lathes

Support Equipment

• Drill Presses
• Bar stock cutting and material handling equipment

Transparency in equipment allows machinists to understand exactly what environment they’ll be working in — no guessing.

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Software & Programming

Programming Method:

• G-code programming at the machine

CAM Software:

• Not currently used (experience is a plus, not required)

Inspection Tools:

• Verniers
• Micrometers
• Ring gages
• Plug gages
• Pin gages

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Quality, Inspection & Process

United Electric Controls maintains a structured production process with emphasis on:

• In-process quality checks
• Offset and geometry control
• Preset and setup workflows to reduce lead time
• Inventory and material awareness
• Continuous improvement mindset

Machinists operate in a process-driven environment with defined standards and expectations.

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Why Machinists Choose to Work at United Electric Controls

Machinists here value:

• Stable OEM production environment
• Established, repeatable processes
• Multi-spindle CNC equipment
• Team-based manufacturing culture
• Clear experience progression (Operator I → II → III)
• Local hiring focus (no relocation churn)

This is a structured, steady production environment for machinists who prefer consistency and clear expectations.

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Open CNC Machinist Jobs

United Electric Controls is currently hiring for:

• CNC Machine Operator (Levels I–III)

👉 View current CNC machining jobs at United Electric Controls on hireCNC.