We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for aMachinistto join a leading Company located in theDevens, MAsurrounding area. Operates one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches, and route sheets. Works with general guidance in a team environment. Looks for ways to increase productivity and reduce costs. Responsibilities : + Sets up and runs production machines. + Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, grinding, and deburring parts, where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre‐planned and established. + Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper functioning for correction. + Performs these operations to close tolerances. + Aligns and fastens parts using standard fixtures and established methods. + Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation. + Removes burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, or other irregularities from machined parts. + Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments, gages, and comparators. + Visually inspects parts for burrs and damaged machined surfaces. + Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements. + Accurately and regularly performs all statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements. + Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area. + Performs other related responsibilities, as requested. Basic Hiring Criteria : + High school diploma or equivalent. + Minimum two years of related machining experience. Desired Qualifications : + Able to read and follow blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions. + Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, which may include trigonometry. + Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment. + Interprets reports and uses job-specific software applications. + Able to use employee self‐service systems to access on‐line information and use specialized software systems. + Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‐development activities. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/orhttps://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance