Machine Operator III

Shapco Inc; Texas; Presencial; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick pay

Vacation accruals

401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

Custom Pipe and Fabrication is seeking a Machine Operator III in Lubbock, TX to produce precision parts using CNC machines, lathes, mills, and grinders. You will interpret drawings, set up and adjust equipment, and maintain quality through inspection and process control.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. A high school diploma is required, with benefits after 30 days and potential overtime.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience may substitute for diploma.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE.
• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Responsabilidades

• Start and stop the machine safely without supervision.
• Adjust machine settings to improve results and ensure quality.
• Perform all set-ups without supervision.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Check part quality with designated measurement instruments.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and periodic checks.
• Produce quality parts according to manufacturing documents and schedules.
• Perform first article inspection when applicable.
• Record all required logs and documents for record keeping.
• Keep a clean and orderly work area.
• Read and understand drawings and thread terminology.
• Support and train machine operator I, II, III as needed.
• Understand Custom Pipe part number conventions.
• Perform minor edits to CNC programs.

Conocimientos

Strong mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Read/write/communicate

Safety conscious

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

CNC machines

Lathes

Mills

Descripción del empleo

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Machine Operator III

Indirect Lubbock Full Time Operatives Lubbock, TX, US

POSITION SUMMARY

The Machine Operator III is responsible for producing precision parts to exact specifications using machines and equipment, with a focus on custom machining and manufacturing. This role requires advanced knowledge of machining processes, blueprint interpretation, and quality control procedures. The operator will set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machines—including lathes, drills, burn tables, mills, and grinders—to fabricate specialized components in accordance with customer and engineering specifications. This position demands a high level of skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to meet production and quality standards.

Role and Responsibilities

• Ability to start and stop the machine safely without supervision.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed) to improve machining results and ensure quality product, without supervision.
• Ability to do all set‑ups without supervision.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Check part quality with designated measurement instruments.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and periodic checks on equipment.
• Produce quality parts according to manufacturing documents and schedules as directed by Operations’ management.
• Perform first article inspection, when applicable.
• Record all required logs and documents for record keeping.
• Keep a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by Operations’ management.
• Read and understand drawings.
• Must have full understanding of thread dimensions and thread terminology.
• Ability to support and train machine operator I, II, III, as needed.
• Understand Custom Pipe part number conventions.
• Perform minor edits to programs on CNC Machines.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Adequate work experience may be substituted in lieu of a diploma or GED.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.
• A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures (e.g. constant use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)).
• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Preferred Skills

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity of various manufacturing tools and machinery including but not limited to facers, lathes, CNC’s, and other mechanical machinery.
• Ability to work well with others, be organized, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to work any shift that may include overtime as required.
• Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish, a plus.

Physical

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time.

Additional Notes

• Satisfactory pre‑employment drug testing, background, and physical is required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• After 30 days of employment, employee is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, vision, sick pay and vacation accruals, and 401(k).

POSITION SUMMARY

The Machine Operator III is responsible for producing precision parts to exact specifications using machines and equipment, with a focus on custom machining and manufacturing. This role requires advanced knowledge of machining processes, blueprint interpretation, and quality control procedures. The operator will set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machines—including lathes, drills, burn tables, mills, and grinders—to fabricate specialized components in accordance with customer and engineering specifications. This position demands a high level of skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to meet production and quality standards.

Role and Responsibilities

• Ability to start and stop the machine safely without supervision.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed) to improve machining results and ensure quality product, without supervision.
• Ability to do all set‑ups without supervision.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Check part quality with designated measurement instruments.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and periodic checks on equipment.
• Produce quality parts according to manufacturing documents and schedules as directed by Operations’ management.
• Perform first article inspection, when applicable.
• Record all required logs and documents for record keeping.
• Keep a clean and orderly work area.

• Perform other duties that may be assigned by Operations’ management.

• Read and understand drawings.
• Must have full understanding of thread dimensions and thread terminology.
• Ability to support and train machine operator I, II, III, as needed.
• Understand Custom Pipe part number conventions.
• Perform minor edits to programs on CNC Machines.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Adequate work experience may be substituted in lieu of a diploma or GED.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.
• A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures (e.g. constant use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)).
• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Preferred Skills

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity of various manufacturing tools and machinery including but not limited to facers, lathes, CNC’s, and other mechanical machinery.
• Ability to work well with others, be organized, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to work any shift that may include overtime as required.
• Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish, a plus.

Physical

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time.

Additional Notes

• Satisfactory pre‑employment drug testing, background, and physical is required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• After 30 days of employment, employee is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, vision, sick pay and vacation accruals, and 401(k).

Custom Pipe and Fabrication is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Custom Pipe and Fabrication complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Custom Pipe and Fabrication expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Custom Pipe and Fabrication is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Custom Pipe and Fabrication complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Custom Pipe and Fabrication expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Occasional rotating shifts, first to second.