Associate CNC Lathe/ VTL Machinist

Rotating Machinery Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k

Employee Incentive Programs

Employee Reimbursement Programs

Tools & Safety Gear reimbursement

Uniform Service

Job summary

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) is seeking an Associate CNC Lathe/VTL Machinist to join the Pearland Works team in Pearland, TX. The role involves turning, boring, drilling, and threading with tight tolerances across multiple industries while ensuring quality and compliance with specifications.

The ideal candidate reads drawings, understands G-code, and is familiar with Fanuc controls. A high school diploma or technical training plus basic hand tools and measurement equipment is required.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
• Capable of reading calibrated measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Basic machining knowledge in turning, milling, drilling, threading.
• Ethical conduct and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Work in a shop environment for about 8 hours per day.
• Operate small lifts, pallet jacks and related equipment.
• Read blueprints and follow procedures to produce parts.
• Read drawings and apply G-code instructions.
• Maintain measuring devices and ensure accuracy.
• Uphold safety directives and company standards.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Fanuc controls

G-code interpretation

Measuring tools

Quality compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/vocational program

Tools

Micrometers

Dial calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

We are looking for an Associate CNC Lathe/VTL Machinistto join our team.

The Associate CNC Lathe/VTL Machinist will perform a variety of finish machining practices involved with turning, boring, drilling and threading while maintaining close tolerances on a wide variety of components from various industries. The ideal candidate needs to be familiar with Fanuc Controls. The candidate must be knowledgeable at reading and interpreting drawings, work instructions, reading and understanding programs, all to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements. Must have basic hand & measuring tools, indicators, etc.

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability and willingness to be in the shop environment a minimum of 8 hours per day, primarily standing for significant portions of the shift.
• Ability to operate small lifts, pallet jacks and other lifting equipment (training will be provided on our specific equipment).
• Advanced oral and written communication.
• Advanced math skills to calculate tolerances and dimensions.
• Ability to read and understand Blueprints and G-Code.
• Familiar with basic machining practices involved in turning, milling, drilling, threading operations.
• Must be competent reading drawings and following instructions necessary to produce usable and saleable parts.
• Must be proficient with the use of, the care of, and the calibration of all types of measuring devices (i.e., micrometers (OD and ID), dial calipers, dial indicators, etc.).
• Must possess and provide basic tools required for the execution of the position of machinist.
• Must be able to comply with all safety directives and programs established by the Company and or our customers.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The above list of activities is not all inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of an RMS CNC Lathe Machinist. This list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 or more years of experience in a safety sensitive environment.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise.
• Capable of reading drawing and proper use of calibrated measuring tools.
• Read drawings and use of micrometers.
• Basic machining knowledge and practices required.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a relevant technical or vocational program or equivalent experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position will be based full-time in our RMS Pearland Works facility located in Pearland, TX.
• This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.
• Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
• Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage.
• While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend and walk for significant portions of the shift.
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
• This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
• Able to understand, read, write, and speak English.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol screening and background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k
• Employee Incentive Programs
• Employee Reimbursement Programs
• Tool, Shoe, and Safety Glasses reimbursement
• Uniform Service

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.