Machinist

Global Compression Services LLC; Westside (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Global Compression Services LLC in Texas seeks a Machinist to set up and operate manually controlled and CNC machines, performing precision bench work and fabricating machine parts from metal, plastics and composites.

You will read blueprints, use gauges to meet tolerances, and follow ISO safety procedures while maintaining quality. The role may involve weekend/shift needs and travel up to 10% to support production targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3–5 years machinist experience preferred.
• Commitment to safe, quality workmanship.
• Ability to accept and apply instructions in various formats.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and other employees.
• Successfully complete Work Steps assessment.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Uses gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
• Operates machines such as lathe, milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw or band saw.
• Fabricates and shapes parts from metal, plastics and composites.
• Selects, aligns, secures and removes fixtures and tools on machines.
• Uses inserts, fixtures and tooling as needed.
• Cleans and maintains machinery.
• Tracks parts and jobs in the system.
• Follows ISO and safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Gage usage

Precision tool handling

Quality workmanship

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machinist experience (3-5 years)

Tools

Lathe

Vertical milling machine

Drill press

Hydraulic press

Chop saw

Band saw

Fixtures & tooling

Cutting tools

Job description

TEAM UP WITH US!

The Machinist is responsible for (under minimal supervision) setting up and operating manually controlled and/or CNC machines; skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
• Uses precision tools, machinery and equipment such as lathe, vertical milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw, band saw, push and pull broaches and a variety of cutting tools and equipment.
• Fabricates and shapes parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites.
• Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.
• Recognizes, deploys and uses inserts, fixtures and tooling.
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.
• Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend change or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.
• Ability to track parts and jobs into the Vantage system.
• Utilizes and abides by ISO requirements and safety procedures.
• Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• We like to take care of business and have fun doing it!
• We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.
• Don’t you want to work with awesome people?

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, and may also experience frequent bending, reaching and lifting of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Employee will perform tasks while experiencing numerous interruptions. Hours are normally first shift, but weekend, holiday and evening work may be required according to your department's needs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Required travel up to 10%.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

EEO/AA

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• High school diploma or GED and 3-5 years machinist experience preferred.
• Commitment to safe, quality workmanship.
• Ability to accept and apply instructions in various formats.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and other employees.
• Successfully complete Work Steps assessment.