Manufacturing Technician

Job overview

The Manufacturing Technician role is onsite in Chestertown, MD, with two Monday–Friday shift options: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM or 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. Pay is $25–$30 per hour. The Dixon Group is a manufacturing company and hose coupling industry innovator focused on providing solutions for customers. The technician operates and troubleshoots CNC equipment to produce parts accurately and efficiently in line with quality standards. The role supports production by monitoring machine performance, inspecting parts, resolving machining issues, and collaborating on process and quality improvements.

What you'll do

• Operate and monitor CNC machinery used to mill, punch, drill, broach, and ream metal and plastic components
• troubleshoot machine performance and adjust settings, tooling, or programs
• identify defects and take corrective action
• inspect parts against drawings and quality standards
• read blueprints and work orders
• use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instruments
• set up machines and change tooling
• monitor production output
• maintain production and quality records
• follow safety procedures and keep the work area organized
• collaborate on process and product-quality improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dixon group

manufacturing technician

cnc machinery

chestertown md

$25–$30/hour

full-time

monday–friday

6:00 am–2:30 pm

2:30 pm–11:00 pm

quality inspection

blueprints

precision measurement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• bonus programs
• 401(k)
• training opportunities
• tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• gym reimbursements.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three years of manufacturing experience, and CNC operating or troubleshooting experience. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply; the employer does not provide work sponsorship.

About the employer

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing. Sector: 33.