CNC Machinist

Skilled Craftsmen of Texas, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Craftsmen of Texas, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist to operate and set up lathe, milling, and multi-axis centers in a mass production environment.

The role emphasizes precision through blueprint reading, quality inspections, and troubleshooting, with a focus on manual programming adjustments and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of CNC machining experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CNC machining.
• Reading blueprints and interpreting technical drawings.
• Experience with manual CNC programming and setting up machines.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines including lathe, milling, and multi-axis centers.
• Operate pre-programmed CNC machines and monitor operations for quality and efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure machining accuracy.
• Perform quality inspections to verify tolerances.
• Modify existing CNC programs within manual programming constraints.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime.

Job description

Job Description

The CNC Machinist will be responsible for operating and setting up lathe, milling machines, and multi-axis machining centers in a mass production environment. This role involves ensuring precision in machining processes through blueprint reading, quality inspection, and troubleshooting. The machinist will work primarily with manual programming, modifying existing CNC programs as needed while adhering to company-specific and general workshop safety protocols.

• Set up CNC machines including lathe, milling, and multi-axis centers
• Operate pre-programmed CNC machines efficiently and safely
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure machining accuracy
• Perform quality inspections to meet production standards
• Modify existing CNC programs within manual programming constraints
• Follow company-specific and general workshop safety protocols
• Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CNC machining

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in CNC programming and blueprint reading
• Skill in precision measurement and tool setup
• Knowledge of machine operation and quality control
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Company Description

Skilled Craftsmen of Texas, Inc. is a premier industrial staffing service for the Greater Houston and DFW area and we have just opened an office in Arlington. Our customer base consists of some of the World's largest manufactures as well as the small to medium sized companies. We can help you find the dream job that you have been looking for. We are searching for individuals that are highly motivated, willing to learn, and are looking for a challenge.