MACHINIST I

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TE Connectivity seeks a Machinist I for a full-time onsite role in Hampton, VA. You will set up and operate CNC equipment including lathes and vertical mills, interpret blueprints and GD&T, and perform threading, boring, turning and contouring while inspecting parts with micrometers, calipers and vision systems. Maintain a clean, safe workspace. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year CNC experience, knowledge of machining processes, tooling, shop math, and familiarity with G and M codes, program cycles, and reading engineering drawings. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight CNC work and quality control, apply on TE's official careers site, and be ready to discuss problem solving and teamwork. Use TE channels to avoid fraud.

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At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 

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Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Machinist I responsible for precision machining and quality assurance. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC equipment, interpret complex blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. You will also perform inspections, document quality data, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues and maintain high standards of accuracy and safety.

Job Requirements

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including lathes, vertical mills, and other equipment, to machine parts to exact specifications.
• Interpret and work from complex blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and work orders to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform machining operations such as threading, precision boring, facing, turning, grooving, and contouring.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and vision systems.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical or quality issues.

What your background should look like

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal technical training, trade school certification, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum of 1 years of hands-on experience operating CNC machines in a job shop or production environment.
• Good knowledge of machining processes, tooling selection, and shop mathematics.
• Familiarity with G & M codes, CNC program cycles, and feed and speed identification.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools; experience with CMM or vision systems is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with small features.
• Experience with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals; experience with plastics is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

 

COMPENSATION
•    Competitive base salary commensurate with experience:  $52,100 - $78,200 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
•    Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
•    Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS
•    A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

 

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.