All Around Machinist Class A

Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) is a contract manufacturer specializing in in-house machining, US Navy-certified welding, wiring, assembly, and testing. GSM-built equipment is installed on every US Navy submarine, highlighting their expertise in delivering performance-critical solutions. With locations in Manchester & Nashua, NH, GSM offers advanced capabilities, including 5-axis machining for large-scale components. GSM combines technical depth, program management, and manufacturing proficiency to meet complex engineering challenges.

Description

Granite State Manufacturing is currently seeking an experienced All Around Machinist Class A to join our team. As an All Around Machinist Class A, you will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC and manual machines and machining centers to produce high-quality metallic and non-metallic parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Job Setup: Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

• Material/Workpiece Prep: Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.

• Tooling/Fixture Prep: Selects, aligns, and secures fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials.

• Machine Operation: Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.

• Regulate Machining Factors: Calculates and sets control to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.

• Mentoring: Mentors and teaches employees with lesser capabilities at any point in production.

• Professional Conduct: Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and staff, collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals.

• Ethics and Compliance: Abides by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observes all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Machinist, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Proficient in the setup and operation of CNC and manual machines.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications.

• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tools, and materials.

• Experience with cutting speed and feeds, tapping, threading, and thread forms.

• Skilled in the use of measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• High attention to detail and quality.

• US citizenship or permanent resident status is required due to government contract requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off

• Floating holidays

• Paid holidays

• 401(k)

• 401(k) company matching

• Dental & Vision insurance (Company paid)

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Competitive health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Referral program