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With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
Job Level will be based upon experience.
About the Company:
STC Material Solutions (STC) is an innovative Vermont-based manufacturer of high precision, high performance ceramic components for use in medical, aerospace and defense applications, as well as in many semiconductor and industrial manufacturing processes. Our components are even in Mars Rover!
The company is now part of IDEX Corporation, a US-based Fortune 500 company focused on technological innovation and niche manufacturing. This business combination allows us to offer you the best of two worlds.
At STC you’ll enjoy the collaborative and friendly culture that seems to be the hallmark of the very best Vermont-based businesses. At the same time, you will be challenged to learn and grow on our team as you help us on our journey to build world-class analytical and reporting practices that suit the IDEX environment.
IDEX is committed to professional development at every level. If you are top performer interested in developing your career beyond Vermont and within an American corporation with locations around the US and the world, you will have opportunities for advancement here and elsewhere in the organization.
Job Summary:
The CNC Machinist assists in operating CNC equipment but not limited to (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders) manufacture ceramic components, supporting setup personnel and performing routine operations under guidance.
Essential Functions:
- Proactively supports a culture of safety and quality as top organizational priorities.
- Actively participates in ongoing training initiatives and collaborates with team members and leadership to share information in a structured process.
- Loads and unloads CNC machines safely
- Runs CNC jobs using pre-programmed code
- Ability to make off-sets as instructed
- Inspects finished parts using calipers, micrometers, comparators and other as needed
- Reports machine malfunctions or product defects
- Logs basic production data and completes SPC forms
- Keeps track of individual production by logging in/out of our MRP/Barcode system and counting completed parts
- Reads and follows shop routing instructions
- Assists with general machine shop duties as needed
Knowledge and Experience:
- 0–1 year of CNC or machine operator experience; classroom CNC exposure a plus
- Familiarity with measurement tools and blueprints
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions
- Willingness to work under supervision
- Actively participates in ongoing training initiatives and collaborates with team members and leadership to share information in a structured process.
Work is generally performed on the shop floor, which can be noisy and dusty, as well as hot during the summer. Proper safety equipment is provided by STC where necessary.
Physical Demands:
Work involves prolonged periods of standing/sitting in one place performing redundant tasks. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. May be required to bend and/or squat to properly inspect or run equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push hand carts loaded with up to 500 lbs.
Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $42,500.00 - 63,700.00 USD Annual USD depending on experience.
Benefits Package
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more.
More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefit-and-rewards/
Superior Technical Ceramics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $48,000.00 - $72,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.Benefits Package
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.
Skills Required
- 0-1 year of CNC or machine operator experience
- Familiarity with measurement tools and blueprints
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions
- Willingness to work under supervision
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, tool paths, and CNC setup sheets
IDEX Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEX Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEX Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Employer savings design combines a 401(k) match with an additional company-funded defined contribution based on age and service. Automatic enrollment and contribution escalation further reinforce long‑term savings participation.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage offer multiple plan tiers with day‑one eligibility and national/regional carrier options. Wellness incentives, HSAs/FSAs, and an EAP extend the health and wellbeing offering.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance‑linked bonuses are a recurring component of pay, with instances of outcomes above target. A stated pay‑for‑performance approach supports the role of incentives in total compensation.
IDEX Corporation Insights
What We Do
IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.
