CNC Operator

Manufacturing- Tomball TX; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturing- Tomball TX in Texas is seeking an experienced CNC machinist to support and organize machine shop operations. You will coordinate machining work with supervisors, machinists, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of quality parts.

Responsibilities include writing and editing CNC programs, setting up lathes and machining centers, inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers, and maintaining tooling and equipment records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience operating CNC and manual machines in prototype and production.
• Experience with Fanuc controls; familiar with G-code reading and editing.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpreting drawings for travel and routing.
• Proficiency with measuring tools and basic MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and develop routing steps to complete a job.
• Program and edit CNC lathes and machining centers to improve efficiency.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machines and inspect finished parts.
• Maintain tooling, select tooling, and order parts as needed.
• Coordinate with other departments to support machining methods and inspection.
• Attend meetings and follow company policies; perform tasks as assigned.

Skills

CNC machining

G-code reading

Blueprint interpretation

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

To effectively support and organize machine shop operations. The position serves as a focal point of all machining operations within the company and requires coordination of work with other departmental supervisors, machinists, sub-contractors, engineering and management to ensure timely delivery of quality parts.

Primary Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and develop traveler routing steps to complete a job.
• Program new and existing product to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain and edit programs to improve processes and efficiency
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, Bridgeports, and other machining equipment
• Troubleshoot and problem solve CNC production issues.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specification using tools such as calipers, height gauges, micrometers, etc.
• Familiar with cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts and cutting tools to be used on basis of experience and knowledge of plastic and metal properties
• Upgrade and maintain machinery, order parts, and ensure repair records are kept up to date.
• Select and order tooling to optimize tooling life and on hand tooling inventory
• Works with other departments to provide support with regard to machining methods, inspection procedures, production equipment, etc.

• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
• Abide by all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all job related tasks as assigned by upper management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School degree, diploma or a GED required.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience with operation of CNC and manual machines, tool set-up, editing and inspection in prototype and production environments.
• Experience with Fanuc controls (HAAS a plus)
• Experience with programing CNC lathes or similar CNC turning center machinery.
• Ability to read and understand G code
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to use Measuring Tools (calipers, indicators, etc.)
• Experience with planning, estimating, travelers/routers, and reporting.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repairs to CNC machinery.
• Proficient in computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook, etc.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must have an excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to work well independently and effectively within a team and have the ability to coordinate efforts with fellow co-workers.
• Candidate needs a strong appreciation of the importance of completing tasks on time.
• Candidate should have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and competing demands.
• Pre-employment Drug Screen and Background Check are required.