CNC Machinist

TekWissen LLC; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

TekWissen Group is seeking a CNC Machinist for an onsite 6‑month temporary assignment in Katy, TX. The role involves operating CNC lathes and mills to produce drill bits and graphite molds, with cross-training across production tasks to support safe, efficient output.

The ideal candidate will read CNC code, have basic computer skills, and maintain high safety standards. High school diploma required; DMG Mori or Grob experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating CNC machines in production.
• Fähigkeit reading CNC codes and basic computer use.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes, mill-turns, or mills to produce graphite molds or machine steel bodied drill bits.
• Rotate through different manufacturing activities as part of cross-training.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for a designated role.
• Identify opportunities to improve the production process.
• Participate in pre-job and Toolbox meetings with crew members.

Skills

CNC operation

Safety awareness

Team player

Basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DMG Mori mill

Grob mills

CNC lathes

Job description

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London and The Hague. This Client is the world's largest offshore drilling company.

Job Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Katy, TX 77493
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift Timings: 6:00 AM 2:30 PM

Job Description:

• The CNC Machinist is responsible for helping provide safe, efficient and reliable product and service delivery to customers, and identifying opportunities to improve production processes.
• The CNC Machinist ensures equipment is manufactured on time and to the high standards required in top of the line oilfield products.
• This role is based in a manufacturing environment producing bits for downhole drilling and includes hands-on assembly, material handling, equipment operation, and cross-training across multiple production activities.

Responsibilities:

• Operate CNC lathes, mill-turns, or mills to produce graphite molds or machine steel bodied drill bits.
• Utilize various hand tools and equipment to complete production tasks.
• Rotate through different manufacturing activities as part of cross-training initiatives.
• Participate in pre-job and Toolbox meetings with crew members.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for a designated role.
• Maintain equipment according to procedures, reporting problems or deviations.
• Operate equipment according to procedures, competency levels and job requirement.
• Identify opportunities to improve the production process.
• Participate in failure investigations when relevant.
• Use the guiding principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to drive continuous improvement.

Required Experience:

• Operating CNC machines in a production environment or certification of completing a CNC training program.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with DMG Mori mill, mill-turns, and lathe machines.
• Experience with Grob mills.

Required Skills:

• Comfortable operating tools and production equipment.
• Ability to read CNC machine code and make modifications, when necessary.
• Basic computer skills (email, basic computer navigation).
• Ability to learn manufacturing processes and systems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to speak up regarding unsafe conditions.

Training Provided:

• All process-specific duties will be trained onsite.
• Training provided on manufacturing processes and production equipment.
• SAP system training provided.
• Cross-training across multiple production functions.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform manual production and assembly work.
• Regular movement of production materials.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment such as:
  • Pipe wrenches
  • Die grinders
  • Impact tools
  • Chain-related lifting/support tools
  • Various assembly and production tools
• Ability to work in a physically active manufacturing environment.
• Must successfully complete the required fit-for-duty/physical agility assessment during onboarding.

Safety:

• Strong commitment to HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) principles.
• Expected to identify and communicate unsafe conditions.
• PPE will be provided.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.