CNC Lathe Machinist – 1st Shift (Method & Tsugami | ...

At a GlanceCompany:Plastic Distributors & Fabricators, Inc. (an Evantic Company) Location:Haverhill, MA (On-Site) Job Type:Full-Time Pay Range:$28 – $35 per hour (DOE) Shift:1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Mon–Fri) Overtime:Available before or after shift as needed Experience Level:Mid-Level to Senior (3–5+ years CNC lathe experience)---Why This Role ExistsPlastic Distributors & Fabricators (PDF), part of the Evantic family of companies, continues to expand its precision plastics machining operations in Haverhill.This CNC Lathe Machinist role supports growing demand for tight-tolerance thermoplastic components across industrial and high-performance applications.This is a stable, well-maintained 52-person facility focused on long-term employment — not a revolving-door production shop.---The Work You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Set up and operate CNC lathes to machine precision plastic componentsWork onMethod and Tsugami CNC machines (Fanuc controls)Install tooling, set offsets, verify workholding, and prove out setupsRead and interpret blueprints and technical drawingsMake offset and tooling adjustments to maintain tolerancesPerform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring toolsMonitor machine performance and troubleshoot as neededAccurately document production activityMaintain a clean and organized work areaCollaborate with team members to meet production goalsYou’ll be trusted to run independently while maintaining high quality standards.---Machines, Controls & EquipmentYou’ll work with:Method CNC Lathes (Fanuc Controls)Tsugami CNC Lathes (Fanuc Controls)Precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)Experience with Fanuc-based controls is important for success in this role.---Materials You’ll Work WithEngineered thermoplasticsHigh-performance polymer materialsSpecialty plastic componentsMachining plastics requires different tooling, speeds, and chip management than metal — experience with polymers is a plus.---What We’re Looking ForRequired:High school diploma or GED3+ years of CNC lathe experienceExperience setting up and operating CNC lathes independentlyExperience with Fanuc controlsAbility to read blueprints and hold tolerancesStrong understanding of tooling and offsetsComfortable working in a production environmentReliable, safety-focused, and detail-orientedPreferred:Experience machining plastics or thermoplasticsExperience with Method or Tsugami machinesAbility to make minor program edits at the machineExperience operating multiple machines concurrently---Why Machinists Like Working HerePlastic Distributors & Fabricators offers:Clean, climate-controlled facilityVery well-maintained equipmentStable 52-employee teamLong-term employment focusOn-site cafeteriaProfessional, organized production flowOvertime opportunitiesThis is a steady, structured environment with real career stability.---Pay, Benefits & SchedulePay Range:$28 – $35/hr (DOE)Schedule: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Mon–Fri)Overtime: Available before or after shift as neededBenefits details discussed during interview.---About Plastic Distributors & Fabricators (an Evantic Company)Plastic Distributors & Fabricators, Inc. (PDF) is part of Evantic®, a vertically integrated engineered polymer solutions provider supporting aerospace, semiconductor, industrial, and advanced manufacturing industries.The Haverhill, MA facility focuses on precision plastics machining and fabrication in a clean, well-maintained production environment.---ApplyInterested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.Apply Now or Save This Job to review later.

Created: 2026-04-10