CNC Program, Setup, & Operate

Job description

We’re Watts.

Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.



We feel proud every day about what we do.

We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.


What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world.

We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future.

Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​



As the CNC Program, Setup, and Operate Machinist on our Regulator team, you will handle programming, setup, and operation of CNC lathes and secondary machines to meet production targets.

Reporting onsite, you will also guide and train machine operators, ensuring equipment is utilized efficiently while adhering to preventative maintenance, housekeeping, and 5S standards.


You Will:
+ Strip prior job, prepare machine for setup, and follow setup sheets to maximize machining efficiency and quality.
+ Complete first-piece inspections per company policy and submit to Quality Control.
+ Operate machines when not engaged in setup, making both minor and major adjustments to meet quality standards.
+ Maintain production records (recap cards, pan tickets) and assist operators with necessary paperwork.
+ Train machine operators on machinery operation, in-process inspection, preventative maintenance, and additional prescribed training.
+ Monitor equipment periodically, auditing operator inspections and addressing downtime issues with leadership.
+ Demonstrate proactive approaches to minimize equipment downtime and uphold safety, housekeeping, and 5S activities.



You Have:
+ High school diploma or GED.
+ Strong math skills, along with the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
+ Experience using gauges and precision measuring equipment.
+ Prior experience setting up and operating various CNC machines



Before joining our team, you must successfully complete the following pre-employment screenings:
+ Background Check: A comprehensive review of educational credentials, criminal records, and social security validation to ensure alignment with company standards and regulations.
+ Drug Screen: Testing for controlled substances to maintain a safe and productive work environment.
+ Physical Examination: Verification of physical fitness to perform job responsibilities safely.


Completion of these requirements is necessary for finalizing employment offers and ensuring compliance with company policies.


Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.


Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment.

May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Positions at our Franklin, NH location may require overtime and occasional mandatory Saturday shifts, depending on business needs.






Watts in it for you :


Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

+ Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience

+ Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

+ Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave

+ 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

+ Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement

+ Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

+ Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/


How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive.

Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other.

Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.


And this is a place where you can have a big career.

No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.



Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity.

We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

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