Precision CNC Grinding Machinist -- Medical Device Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

At Tecomet, craftsmanship meets impact. As a Precision CNC Grinding Machinist, you will transform raw materials into tight‑tolerance components that power life‑changing medical technologies. You’ll thrive in a culture built on continuous improvement, customer‑driven innovation, and a win‑first mindset—while meeting key quality, safety, and performance goals.

Schedule: 1st Shift - Weekend 6am-630p Fri/Sat/Sun

A Day in the Life

You arrive to a clean, organized 5S work area. After reviewing the job router and engineering drawings, you set up and run CNC grinding and milling equipment to precise specifications. Throughout the day you verify measurements, make minor offsets, replace dull tooling, and log each operation in the job tracking system—owning product quality through OOQ and GMP/GDP practices. You collaborate with your Team Leader to resolve challenges, complete preventive maintenance checklists, and suggest process enhancements that boost throughput without compromising safety or compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate CNC machines to spec, following work instructions, programs, and drawings within defined tolerances.
• Execute complex machining on a range of metals where extremely close tolerances are required.
• Change worn tooling; apply minor offsets/adjustments to compensate for tool wear.
• Own quality using operator‑owned quality (OOQ); measure with appropriate gauges and interpret results.
• Complete daily machine checklists and follow the preventive maintenance schedule.
• Perform hand finishing to meet final requirements.
• Adhere to GMP/GDP; accurately complete job routers/cards and documentation.
• Promote safe work practices; identify and report Safety, Health & Environmental concerns.
• Hit productivity targets and propose improvements to increase efficiency.
• Record all work promptly in the job tracking system.
• Drive and support Continuous Improvement activities.
• Escalate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader/Supervisor and assist with resolution.
• Maintain 5S standards and a spotless work area.
• Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive pay
• Growth and learning opportunities
• Support when you need it
• Health coverage starting right away
• An inclusive, team‑oriented culture
• Work‑life harmony

We believe everyone contributes to our success. Leadership shares our strategy so every team member stays informed and aligned with company goals.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience

Preferred Background

• Associate’s degree/certificate in Tooling & Machining or completion of a Machinist apprenticeship
• Experience in a production manufacturing environment
• GCSE/NVQ Math and English (UK only)

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC equipment; able to run multiple machines.
• Strong shop math and measurement capability; accurate counting and record‑keeping.
• Plan, prioritize, and organize tasks effectively in fast‑paced settings.
• Follow detailed work instructions with a proven record of on‑time, high‑quality production.
• Safety‑first mindset; unwavering attention to detail for repeatable tasks over time.
• Positive, reliable team player who communicates clearly (written and verbal).
• Identify issues quickly and escalate appropriately; solid computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Physical & Travel

• Frequent standing and walking; regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands/arms; talking and hearing.
• At times, sitting; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: close, distance, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus.
• Travel: N/A

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Grinder
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

Legal Notices Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.