Machinist II - Welder at Materion in Newton, MA

Job description

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! 3rd Shift: Sunday - Friday 10:30pm-7am Position Summary: The Machinist II – Welder supports Materion’s advanced manufacturing operations through precision welding, machining, and specialized processing of beryllium and related materials. This role performs complex welding and bonding processes, collaborates with engineering and production teams, and ensures all work meets high‑reliability standards required for aerospace, defense, and high‑technology applications. The position requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, safe work practices, and the ability to work independently on assigned jobs. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Perform diffusion bonding, leak-checking, high‑temperature brazing, and pressure testing on a variety of beryllium products. Perform all duties and coordinate activities related to Electron Beam (EB) welding operations. Apply appropriate framing and preparation techniques for part cleaning prior to welding or bonding processes. Maintain complete and accurate traceability of all materials and parts being processed. Interface with manufacturing, engineering, and quality personnel to clarify customer requirements and report progress on assigned work. Notify appropriate personnel regarding nonconforming materials, processing issues, or potential delivery delays. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring equipment is cared for and properly used. Perform additional duties or tasks as assigned to support manufacturing and production operations. Follow all safety, health, and environmental rules, including proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE). Operate and maintain equipment in compliance with safety, health, and environmental requirements. Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions. icularly beryllium—to the lowest levels reasonably achievable. Qualifications: Prior experience with EB welding, TIG welding, or related high‑precision welding processes preferred Experience in a manufacturing or machining environment, ideally with high‑performance metals. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and process documentation. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain documentation and traceability. Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance in a regulated environment. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively. Working Conditions: Exposure to manufacturing environments involving machinery, heat, metals, and specialized materials. Use of PPE, including respirators, may be required depending on tasks performed. Role may involve standing, lifting, bending, and performing fine-detail work for extended periods. Pay Range: $27.18-$33.56 Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain