Salary
$54k – $84k per year
Location
In office (Nashua)
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. Protolabs scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Protolabs is a Minnesota manufacturer founded in 1999 and listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Its digital factories produce machined, moulded and 3D printed parts from uploaded CAD files. The company delivers prototypes and low-volume production in days.
Backed by Guidepost Growth Equity
Join our team as a Machinist! And receive a $2,000 Sign On Bonus!
Second Shift - Mon to Fri 3pm to 11pm
The CNC Machinist is responsible for creating prototype machined parts on CNC Milling machines. The role will also create computer programs for the CNC machines using Mastercam and do set up to run multiple parts if needed.
What you will do
- Responsible for setting up CNC milling or CNC lathe machines and run jobs on CNC milling and CNC lathe machines ensuring all parts meet tight manufacturing requirements.
- Prepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction.
- Responsible for quick turnaround of parts and accuracy within established guidelines.
- Maintain organization of jobs and material inventory.
- Perform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or lathe machines and general shop equipment.
- Must have a basic understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part.
- Perform thorough part inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to part quality requirements.
- Ensure jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery.
- Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
- Follows all processes and procedures during the shift, escalates problem areas to shift team lead/supervisor as appropriate.
- Support daily production by identifying solutions for chronic issues and problems that cannot be resolved by production associates.
- Responsible for maintaining a neat and organized production area consistent with Protolabs housekeeping standards.
- Responsible for working in a safe manner consistent with Protolabs policies.
- Self-starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
- Responsible for ensuring completion of operator PMs during shift.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What it takes
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience as a CNC Milling or CNC Lathe Machinist
- Knowledge of Machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education.
- Familiarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks, Mastercam and CAD/CAM.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.
- Ability to interpret and explain written and statistical data.
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
- Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner.
- Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
- Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
- Commitment to customer or employee service.
What is in it for you
- We offer a competitive total rewards package
- In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional or High-Deductible plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!
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