CNC Production Operator — Die Casting Manufacturing
Location: North Billerica, MA (On-Site)
Imagine Your First Week
You step onto a spotless production floor at Orion Castings, where aluminum, zinc, and magnesium components take shape for aerospace, medical, robotics, and defense innovators. A trainer meets you at a CNC cell, shows you how to set up a cycle, and walks you through basic measurement checks. No prior machining background? Perfect. We’ll teach you everything, reimburse approved CNC coursework, and help you grow from operator to specialist.
About Orion Castings
Since 1970, Orion Castings has been North America’s leading, full-service die casting partner—delivering top-tier parts and assemblies while constantly pushing what’s possible in manufacturing. Our North Billerica Division anchors our global contract manufacturing capabilities with advanced equipment and a culture of continuous improvement.
Schedules Available
- 1st Shift: Monday – Thursday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Four 10-hour shifts)
- 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday | 4:00 PM – 3:30 AM (Four 10-hour shifts)
Compensation & Shift Breakdown
- 1st Shift Target Range: $17.00 – $26.25 / hour (Base wage based on experience)
- 2nd Shift Target Range: $18.70 – $28.88 / hour (Reflects the $17.00 – $26.25 base wage + a 10% shift premium)
Benefits & Perks
- Health & Security: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
- Financial: 401(k) with company match
- Time Off: PTO plus 11 paid company holidays
- Grow with Us: Paid hands-on training, CNC course reimbursement, and structured advancement into specialized machining, quality, or engineering roles
What You’ll Do
- Operate CNC equipment safely, loading and unloading parts with care.
- Use basic gauges and measurement tools to check parts and keep clear inspection records (we’ll train you).
- Keep production on pace to meet required output and workflow targets.
- Identify and escalate issues such as worn tooling, material defects, or machine variations to your supervisor.
- Follow detailed work instructions and comply with all OSHA and Orion Castings safety policies.
- Support general production and housekeeping tasks as needed.
Who Thrives Here
- Math & Measurement: Comfortable with basic math and accurate measurement.
- Learner’s Mindset: Quick to pick up new technical concepts and apply them correctly.
- Entry-Level Friendly: No prior machine experience required—bring motivation, we’ll provide the training.
- Commute-Ready: Able to travel reliably to our North Billerica, MA facility each workday.
- Quality-Driven: Detail-focused with strong accuracy and care for standards.
- Safety-First: Works in ways that protect self, team, and environment.
- Dependable: Consistent, accountable, and punctual.
- Clear Communicator: Shares information effectively with teammates and leaders.
Physical Demands
- Regularly remain at a designated production workstation for extended periods.
- Frequently move and lift parts up to 20 lbs.
Your Path Forward
Start with hands-on CNC operation, build certifications with our CNC course reimbursement, and advance into areas like precision machining, quality assurance, or engineering. Many of our team members have built decades-long careers here—yours can, too.