Machinist/Toolmaker

DEKA Research & Development
Manchester
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled TradesExperience: 5-8 yearsSkills: ["Attention to detail","Multitasking","Clean work environment","Precision inspection"]

Program, set up, and operate a variety of machining centers and lathes in a prototype machine shop environment. Work with multiple machine tools and controllers (including HAAS, Mazak, and DMG-Mori) on 3- to 5-axis machining and mill-turn operations. Inspect finished parts for accuracy, perform blueprint reading, and use CAD/CAM tools such as SolidWorks and SolidCam to support precision prototype manufacturing.

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DEKA Research & Development
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Machinist/Toolmaker

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Job Summary

Program, set up, and operate a variety of machining centers and lathes in a prototype machine shop environment. Work with multiple machine tools and controllers (including HAAS, Mazak, and DMG-Mori) on 3- to 5-axis machining and mill-turn operations. Inspect finished parts for accuracy, perform blueprint reading, and use CAD/CAM tools such as SolidWorks and SolidCam to support precision prototype manufacturing.
Location: Manchester
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Program, set up, and operate machining centers and lathes as jobs dictate.
  • •Operate multiple machines and controllers (including HAAS, Mazak, and DMG-Mori) on 3- to 5-axis machining centers and mill turns.
  • •Inspect finished parts to ensure accuracy.
  • •Use SolidWorks and SolidCam (or comparable CAD/CAM software) to support machining work.
  • •Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Key Requirements

  • •5-8 years of relevant machining experience.
  • •Experience setting up and operating milling machines, lathes, CNC machines, and precision measuring equipment.
  • •Familiarity with commonly used machine tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
  • •Comfort with SolidWorks and SolidCam, including 3- and 4-axis machining.
  • •Blueprint reading ability and familiarity with injection mold fabrication and assembly (including grinding and fitting).
Experience:5-8 years
Skills:Attention to detailMultitaskingClean work environmentPrecision inspection
Tech Stack:HAASMazakDMG-Mori3-axis machining4-axis machining5-axis machiningMill turnsCNC machinesSolidWorksSolidCamCAD/CAMMilling centersLathesSink er EDMWire EDMBlueprint readingInjection mold fabricationGrindingFittingPrecision measuring equipment

Company Brief

DEKA Research & Development
DEKA Research & Development is a private R&D and product development firm founded by Dean Kamen that designs and manufactures medical devices, mobility systems, energy and water solutions, and low-volume production prototypes for healthcare and industrial customers.
Industry: Medical Devices
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Manchester, United States
Founded: 1982
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