CNC Journeyman Machinist

Dixon Valve; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive salary

Bonus programs

401K retirement plan

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation/PTO/holidays

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

Dixon Holedall, a division of The Dixon Group, in Houston, TX, seeks a skilled CNC Journeyman Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will program, set up, and operate Mazak mills, Haas lathes, and manual machines to produce high‑quality components with tight tolerances.

With 10+ years of hands-on experience, you will interpret blueprints, optimize machining sequences, and maintain safety and quality in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on CNC machining experience in manufacturing.
• Proficient in programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes (Mazak or Haas).
• Experience with exotic metals and plastics is a plus.
• Formal CNC training or apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC and manual machines.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to meet specs.
• Maintain tight tolerances and inspect parts to quality standards.
• Optimize processes to improve tool life and cycle times.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Follow safety and quality procedures.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

Quality measurement

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mazak mills

Haas lathes

Manual machines

Job description

Location: 6525 Homestead Road, Houston, TX 77028

Work Hours: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Competitive Compensation

Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!

Dixon Holedall, a proud division of The Dixon Group, is seeking a skilled CNC Journeyman Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced machinist who takes pride in craftsmanship, precision, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will work with advanced CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) and manual equipment to produce high-quality components in a safe, efficient, and team-oriented environment.

We're looking for a seasoned manufacturing professional with 10+ years of hands‑on experience who can confidently program, set up, and operate CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) equipment, including Mazak mills, Haas lathes, and manual machines. The ideal candidate excels at making smart decisions about quality, tolerances, and machining sequences, and brings a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and precision to every project.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Program, set up, and operate CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) and manual machines.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Maintain tight tolerances and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Optimize machining processes to improve efficiency, tool life, and cycle times.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment.
• Follow all established safety and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 10+ years of hands‑on CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes (Mazak, Hass, or similar equipment preferred)
• Experience working with a variety of materials, including exotic metals and plastics
• Strong skills in precision measurement, inspection techniques, and quality control.
• Technical certification, apprenticeship completion, or journeyman machinist program preferred.
• Formal CNC programming training (Mazatrol, Haas, Mastercam, or similar) a plus.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are:

The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)