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About this CNC Machinist 1 role at MKS Instruments

MKS Instruments · Onsite · Franklin, MA

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As a CNC Machinist 1 at MKS Inc., you will partner with Operations to process high-precision optics on various CNC machines. In this position, you will report to the Filters Unit Production Manager.


You Will Make an Impact By:

• Operating multiple CNC cutting machines
• Prioritizing workload to ensure on-time delivery goals are met
• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to correctly process substrates to meet customer requirements
• Working safely and looking out for the safety of your co-workers
• Maintaining productive communication with other team members, including production planning and management
• Travel Requirements: Up to [Please Insert] % of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring:
• 1+ years experience operating CNC machines

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to effectively solve problems and adapt to changing conditions
• Excellent attention to detail and follow through

Preferred Skills:
• Experience processing glass substrates on CNC machines
• Writing programs for CNC machines


Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.
• Ability to stand for at least 50% of the time

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $16.70 - 27.83hr is range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.  MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] .

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How this CNC Operator salary compares

This role pays $46,311/yr — below the typical range for CNC Operator roles.

$46,311 median $62,400 $88,774

Typical range $51,563–$72,779/yr, from 262 comparable CNC Operator listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See CNC Operator salary insights →

About MKS Instruments

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action , and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels include

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