CNC Machinist

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in McKinney, Texas, for a prototype and rapid response environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, working on advanced projects that require both detail-oriented skills and innovative thinking. Responsibilities include operating CNC machines, programming, and collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality outputs. This role offers competitive pay with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in vertical/horizontal machining centers and lathes.
• Ability to lift 28 lbs.
• Experience with inspections using manual gages.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex prototype components and next-generation products.
• Perform repairs to critical equipment and fast-turnaround projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to create new prototypes.

Skills

CNC programming

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Manual inspections

Machining strategy conceptualization

Use of Virtual Gibbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

AAS in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent technical education

Tools

Gibbs Cam

Master Cam

Solidworks

ProE

Fanuc controls

Job description

Title: CNC Machinist

Location with zip code: Mckinney, TX 75071

Pay Rate:$25.00/hr. to $30.00/hr. on W2

Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night): 03:00 PM to 12:30 AM

Duration: 12 + months



Shift:

• Training: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday-Friday)


• Post-Training: 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM - 12:30 AM (Monday-Friday)


• All candidates must be available to start on 1st shift for 2-10 weeks of training

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Machinist to join our Factory team.


• This is a prototype and rapid response environment, not a traditional production shop.


• Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced, adaptable settings where high-mix/low-volume work is standard.


• As part of the 2nd shift team, you'll work on next-generation products, complex prototype components, repairs for critical equipment, and fast-turnaround projects supporting engineering and manufacturing efforts. Flexibility, attention to detail, and an innovative mindset are essential.


• We utilize horizontal and vertical mills, lathes, trunnions, jig bores, and other equipment in our shop.


• Our team often works on next-generation products that have the potential to be differentiators for our customers.


• This fast-paced factory is not a classic production machine shop as the work we do is anything but typical.


• A successful candidate be working on projects varying from fabricating vital components for a critical production line, repair work to get essential equipment operational, or collaborating with design engineers to create a next-generation prototype.


• This high-speed environment requires attention to detail, ability to work with a highly skilled and diverse team, and opportunity to grow your skillset by not doing the same thing day after day.


• The Factory's reputation is built on our ability to execute challenging projects to meet customer schedules.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)


• 5+ years' experience setting up and running vertical or horizontal machining centers, lathes, jig bore, or trunnions


• Experience performing manual inspections using classic manual inspection gages


• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing and Engineering drawings


• Experience with CNC programming


• Ability to lift 28 lbs.

Required Experience:

• Conceptualizing/developing a machining strategy


• Developing associated holding fixtures


• Executing production utilizing 3-, 4- and/or 5-axis jig-bore-caliber machines


• Creating machining programs through Gibbs Cam


• Verifying parts are compliant to the engineering models/drawings.

Required Skills:

• An AAS in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent technical education.


• Experience in the use of Virtual Gibbs for programming 2, 3, 4 and 5 axis machines.


• Experience in the use of ProE and Common PDM for retrieving CAD models and integrating them into Gibbs Cam.


• Experience using Renishaw probes and macros for machine set up and tool compensation.


• Analysis of CMM inspection results to make final machine adjustments.


• Experience with planning and building holding fixtures for hog-outs and castings.


• Experience in correct selection of cutting tools, feeds, and speeds for machining of aluminum and various stainless steels.


• Experience with Brown & Sharpe and Micro height inspection tools.


• Experience editing for Fanuc controls and working with Gibbs Cam, Master Cam, Solid works or similar programming software.


• Experience planning, programming, machining, deburring, and inspecting of parts in a rapid response environment.