CNC Mill Operator - Contract To Direct

Ladish Valves; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladish Valves in Houston, TX seeks a reliable CNC Mill Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and maintain milling processes to produce precision parts per drawings. HAAS experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, measuring with calipers/micrometers, converting metric to imperial, and ensuring quality while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Some flexibility with hours, including Saturdays, may be needed.

Qualifications

• Previous CNC milling experience required.
• Familiarity with HAAS controls is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Strong math skills and unit conversions.
• Experience working with round bar materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce parts to specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Measure, cut, and machine round bar material according to job requirements.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Convert metric dimensions to standard (imperial) measurements as needed.
• Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Skills

CNC milling

HAAS controls

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Metric to imperial

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented CNC Mill Operator to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC milling machines to produce precision parts according to specifications and drawings.

Experience with HAAS controls is a plus but not required.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce parts to specification
• • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• • Measure, cut, and machine round bar material according to job requirements
• • Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• • Convert metric dimensions to standard (imperial) measurements as needed
• • Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments
• • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• • Follow all safety and quality procedures

Qualifications:

• • Previous CNC milling experience required
• • Familiarity with HAAS controls is a plus
• • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• • Strong math skills, including metric-to-standard conversions
• • Experience working with round bar materials
• • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• • Ability to work flexible hours, including extended shifts and occasional Saturdays

Physical Requirements:

• • Ability to stand for extended periods
• • Ability to lift and handle materials as required
• • Manual dexterity and attention to detail

Preferred Skills:

• • Basic troubleshooting and machine maintenance knowledge
• • Strong work ethic and dependability
• • Team-oriented mindset