CNC Machining - Lathe/Mill 2nd shift

Timken; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Timken is hiring a CNC Machinist for the 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm, M-F with OT) in Houston to finish machine parts by turning and milling, following strict procedures to meet exacting standards.

You'll read blueprint drawings, set up CNC machines, operate lathes and mills, and self-inspect your work while collaborating with the team to drive quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating turning machines and machine tool programs.
• Understanding CNC Lathe and/or Mill operation.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe and mill to produce quality machined products.
• Read and understand blueprint drawings for specifications.
• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Self-inspect work and ensure adherence to specs.
• Collaborate with team and management to improve processes.

Skills

CNC Lathe

CNC Milling

Blueprint Reading

Precision Measurement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Lathe

CNC Mill

Job description

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What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

What’s your part in the role?

Join IMECH at an exciting moment of growth — if you are a detail-driven person, you will fit right in. As a CNC Machinist you’ll play a critical role in the process by finish machining through turning and milling and following strict procedures to ensure every component meets exacting standards before the next application step. We value a “do it right the first time” attitude: your accuracy and adherence to work instructions reduce rework, protect downstream processes, and directly impact product quality. If you take pride in precision, thrive on repeatable workmanship, and want to grow with a team, IMECH offers hands‑on training, clear advancement paths, and a collaborative environment where your care makes a measurable difference.

ROLE: CNC Machining - 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm M-F, with OT opportunities)

What will you do? Your day to day success is determined by your ability to:

• Stay safe each and every day!
• Operate CNC lathe and mill to produce quality machined products.
• Read and understand blueprint drawings for specifications.
• Clean machines, tooling and part, and maintain machines.
• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Continuously learn and assist in developing new techniques for new products.
• Self-inspect work as well as work coming into your process.
• Communicate with team, leaders, and management.
• Grow, learn, advance in skill and take on new duties.

With Quality in mind, you also bring the following:

• High School Diploma or GED and must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Experience or training in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in operation of turning machine and machine tool programs.
• Understanding of CNC Lathe and/or mill operation
• Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring instruments, machining tools
• Knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
• Excellent team skills; collaborative, open‑minded, adaptable.
• Motivation to self‑advance and grow within the company.
• Passion in delivering accuracy and quality as a priority

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds or more.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Repetitive movement, lifting, pushing, and pulling.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next‑generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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