CNC Machinist - 1st Shift (Mill / Doosan)

Drake Plastics Ltd. Co.; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional growth

Job summary

Drake Plastics Ltd. Co. is seeking two experienced CNC Machinists for the first-shift Precision Machining team in Cypress, TX.

You will independently set up CNC milling machines (Doosan), perform first-piece inspections, and ensure high-quality components with minimal supervision. Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and able to maintain tight tolerances while documenting production and quality results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines, preferably Doosan.
• Independently perform CNC setups and tool changes.
• Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and maintain tight tolerances.
• Experience with first-piece and in-process inspections.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC milling machines and perform first-piece inspections.
• Generate dimensional inspection reports using HighQA.
• Read and interpret quality documentation and travelers in SharePoint.
• Follow production workflows with NCRs and acceptable quantities.
• Record production transactions and support efficient job transitions.

Skills

CNC milling

First-piece inspections

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Independent setups

Quality awareness

Tools

Doosan machines

Fanuc controls

G-code programming

Job description

About Us:

Drake is a high-tech manufacturing company based in Cypress, TX. We proudly serve leading customers in aerospace, defense, energy, semiconductor, medical, and other high-performance industries. We work together in a collaborative, supportive environment where employees are valued, empowered, and provided with hands-on training. As a growing company, we offer ongoing opportunities for career development and professional growth. At Drake, customers are our focus, and we build success together.

Position Summary:

We are seeking two experienced CNC Machinists for our first-shift Precision Machining team, specializing in CNC milling operations with Doosan equipment. These positions require independent machine setups, troubleshooting, and precision machining experience. Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of producing high-quality components with minimal supervision.

What Success Looks Like

During your first three months:

Technical Proficiency

• Independently complete CNC machine setups and first-piece inspections.


• Generate complete dimensional inspection reports using HighQA.

Quality & Workmanship

• Locate and interpret quality documentation and specifications in SharePoint.


• Follow production workflows, including travelers, accepted quantities, and nonconformance reporting (NCR).


• Maintain high standards of workmanship, cleanliness, and proper part deburring.

Productivity & Efficiency

• Accurately record production transactions in LYNQ and adapt to future NAV processes.


• Demonstrate consistent productivity and progress toward an OLE target above 50%, based on established performance standards and controllable factors.


• Support efficient job transitions and minimize avoidable production delays.

Teamwork & Accountability

• Demonstrate punctuality, dependability, and initiative in supporting teammates.


• Maintain professional, respectful, and collaborative working relationships.


• Proactively communicate production issues, delays, lateness, or absences to the team lead or department manager.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines, preferably Doosan.


• Ability to independently perform setups, tool changes, and offset adjustments.


• Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement skills.


• Knowledge of cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining techniques.


• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and maintain tight tolerances.


• Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections.


• Familiarity with Fanuc controls and G-code programming preferred, where applicable.


• CNC turning experience and knowledge of engineered plastics are a plus.

Work Environment / Schedule:

The CNC Machinist works primarily within a manufacturing shop facility. You will spend most of the day on your feet and working with your hands. The standard work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, with some flexibility.

Why Join Drake?

Drake offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a collaborative team that values safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term employee success.

Drake Plastics is a drug-free workplace. All applicants who receive conditional offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment drug testing.