CNC Machinist Trainee — 9‑Month Training, $29/hr Direct Hire

Staffmark Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Modern Manufacturing Environment

Job summary

Wabtec in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Machinist Trainee for a roughly 9‑month hands‑on training program to develop CNC machining skills toward becoming a qualified CNC Machinist. The role offers a 2nd shift and a starting pay of $29 per hour, with training conducted on the 1st shift.

You will train on CNC and manual machines, read blueprints, set up tooling, perform precision inspections, and contribute to production of locomotive components while following safety and quality procedures in a

Qualifications

• Experience operating, setting up, or programming CNC tools.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, indicators).

Responsibilities

• Train on and operate CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Set up machines, fixtures, and tools for production.
• Perform precision measurements and quality inspections.
• Change tooling to maintain quality and adjust as needed.
• Assemble components and finish parts for production.
• Follow safety, quality and procedural standards.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining certificate preferred

Tools

G-code

CAD/CAM software

Haas/Mazak/Okuma/Fanuc controls

Job description

Wabtec in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Machinist Trainee for a roughly 9‑month hands‑on training program to develop CNC machining skills toward becoming a qualified CNC Machinist. The role offers a 2nd shift and a starting pay of $29 per hour, with training conducted on the 1st shift.

You will train on CNC and manual machines, read blueprints, set up tooling, perform precision inspections, and contribute to production of locomotive components while following safety and quality procedures in a