About Us

Arwood Machine, A VulcanForms Company, is a well-established ISO-9001:2008, AS9100C certified high precision job shop in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964, Arwood has continually invested in various new technologies, robotic automation, and machine tools to ensure we remain a world-class, cutting-edge manufacturer.

We are hiring for multiple positions.

• 100% Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and life insurance policy

Arwood Machine seeks an Automation Technician - Robotics for our Newburyport, MA location.

Job Purpose

The Automation Technician - Robotics position is responsible for supporting multiple types of Robotics and CNC machines. Arwood operates in an environmentally controlled, state-of-the-art facility. We are committed to producing quality parts for our clients. Arwood manufactures products for several industries, including aerospace, military and defense, satellite, and medical devices. The Automation Technician position reports to the Director of Machine Automation.

Key Accountabilities

• Program and troubleshoot various types of Robotics and CNC machines
• Provide technical support for the engineering department concerning automating processes
• Design application-specific end-of-arm tooling
• Evaluate and optimize Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities
• Drive risk-based decision making

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Vocational School, GED, military training, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
• Machine shop automation experience
• Fanuc industrial robot and collaborative robot programming experience
• CNC programming experience

Preferred

• Mastercam experience
• SolidWorks experience
• Macro programming experience
• PLC and digital I/O knowledge
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment
• Strong sense of ownership
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated, hands-on, practical mindset

ITAR Requirements

• Arwood Machine Corporation is a registered ITAR company. To conform to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must use required safety protection when and where required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, PTO, paid Holidays.

Arwood Machine Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All Arwood Machine Corporation solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on its behalf ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.