CNC Mill Machinist

enerstaffllc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

ENERSTAFF LLC is seeking a CNC Mill Machinist (Temp-to-Hire) in Houston, TX. The role focuses on setting up, machining, and producing high-tolerance parts on a CNC mill, following blueprints and tolerances to achieve quality and efficiency.

The position requires 5+ years of machining experience, fluency in English, and proficiency with Fanuc controls, GD&T, and precision metrology. Pay ranges from $28 to $31 per hour DOE, shift 5am-1:30pm, ASAP start.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5+ years of CNC milling experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret tolerances (GD&T).
• Fluent in English with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills with safety and professionalism.
• Study blueprints, drawings, and specs to determine dimensions and operations.
• Independently set up and run CNC milling jobs.
• Select tools, machines, and fixtures for machining tasks.
• Perform in-process inspection and adjust as needed.
• Monitor feeds and speeds and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Ensure work meets highest quality and safety standards.
• Suggest improvements for methods, equipment, and quality.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Multitasking & troubleshooting

Fluent English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

CNC Mill Machinist (Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Houston, TX 77081

Pay: $28-$31/ hour DOE

Shift: 5am-1:30pm

Start: ASAP

POSITION SUMMARY:

The CNC Mill Machinist is responsible for setting up, machining, and producing complex production parts on a CNC mill to high tolerance design specifications in an accurate, timely, and cost-effective manner.

POSITION KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates all equipment and tools with the utmost attention to safety and professionalism.
• Studies blueprints, drawings, schematics, engineering information, or sample parts to determine product dimensions and tolerances as well as the best method and sequence of operations needed to fabricate parts.
• Independently sets up and operates CNC mills.
• Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work.
• Capable of performing quality control functions on the CNC mill (offset adjustment).
• Aligns/ secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines
• Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed parts to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Oversees that all work is performed to the highest quality and safety standards in the machining cell.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong analytical and communication skills are a must
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and troubleshoot issues

• Able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English
• Must know how to use precision measuring tools (micrometers and calipers)
• Knowledge of Fanuc controls
• Demonstrated ability to set up a machine and run the job with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of G, D & T.
• Ability to change and adapt work behaviors based on a constantly changing production schedule
• Must be dependable and detailed oriented

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of machining experience with a CNC mill

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exerts up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects