Lead Machinist: CNC & Manual Milling/Turning

Forum Energy Technologies; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies seeks an experienced machinist in Broussard, LA to set up and operate conventional and NC machines for fabrication to tight tolerances. You will read blueprints, interpret drawings, select fixtures and tooling, and adjust controls to ensure parts meet specifications.

The role requires proficiency with CNC mill/lathe, NC feeds, and manual mills, with emphasis on quality and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Understands geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles and applies them to setups and inspections.
• Applies basic algebra and geometry concepts to machining calculations and measurement corrections.

Responsibilities

• Review print and work order.
• Attach fixture to machine and secure part.
• Position tools per setup instructions.
• Input program or program machine if necessary.
• Operate machine to produce part.
• Measure work piece and adjust offset as required.
• Stamp or engrave necessary information on part.
• Notify supervisor of nonconforming product.
• Deburr part as necessary.
• Complete work order documentation and first piece inspection.
• Check calibration on QC instruments.
• Proof program and edit as necessary.
• Optimize tooling and programs to increase production.
• Coach, train, and develop Level 1–3 machinists.
• Operate the larger mills.
• Operate forklift as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Algebra

Job description

Forum Energy Technologies seeks an experienced machinist in Broussard, LA to set up and operate conventional and NC machines for fabrication to tight tolerances. You will read blueprints, interpret drawings, select fixtures and tooling, and adjust controls to ensure parts meet specifications.

The role requires proficiency with CNC mill/lathe, NC feeds, and manual mills, with emphasis on quality and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment.