Machinist

US364 Valvtechnologies, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet in Houston, TX is seeking a Machinist on 2nd shift to set up and operate CNC lathe or mill and manual machines to fabricate metal and nonmetal parts.

You will read drawings, program offsets, measure parts, and complete inspection reports; experience with Fanuc controls and G/M codes is required; there is an opportunity for advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC or manual machining experience.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Experience with CNC programming concepts and tooling is preferred.
• Reading blueprints and performing precision work is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe or mill and manual machines.
• Install chuck jaws or fixtures and set up machines.
• Read programs, adjust speeds/feeds, and locate zero.
• Machine parts to drawing, measure and complete inspection reports.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Skills

CNC machining

G-Codes & M-Codes (Fanuc)

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc controls

CNC lathes & mills

Job description

Position: Machinist Schedule: 2nd shift Schedule: Air-conditioned Modern Shop located in Northwest Houston & room for advancement for the right individual

Position Overview: This position is responsible for setting up and operating conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties.

Job Responsibilities:

• Experience on CNC lathe or mill
• Install chuck jaws and or fixtures on machine
• Set-Up CNC Machines using edge finder or probe to locate program zero
• Read in and adjust program speeds, feeds, depth of cuts as required
• Machine part to drawing
• Measure part, complete inspection report and adjust offsets
• May perform any other work-related functions as deemed necessary and appropriate by immediate supervisor

Training program for manual machinist to learn CNC Machines http://www.valmet.com

Core Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 3 years' experience on CNC Machines or Manual Machines
• Must be able to read and understand G-Codes and M-Codes using Fanuc controls.
• Able to perform jobs duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Experience is machining valve components a plus
• Able to perform these jobs duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Other:

• Must be able to machine exotic machines materials such as Titanium and Inconel
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications and produce precision work.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that is fast paced and demanding
• Must be self-directed, have excellent initiative and organizational skills
• Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy
• Works well meeting multiple deadlines with the ability to deliver on time

Valmet is a global technology leader in serving process industries. We work with our customers throughout the lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services, as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of 18,500 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2025, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.2 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.