Machinist 3

GP&C; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GP&C in Houston, TX seeks a highly skilled Machinist 3 to set up, operate, and troubleshoot manual and CNC machines for precision parts. You will read engineering drawings and blueprints, program CNC, and use precision measuring tools to ensure tight tolerances.

We value 7+ years of experience, craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork. The role involves mentoring junior machinists and collaborating with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years’ experience with manual and/or CNC machines.
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to engineering instruction, SOPs, and all departmental procedures.
• Perform machine set ups on manual lathes, manual mills, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and Waterjet machines for all programs and part types.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow safety regulations.
• Performs preventative maintenance on machines as required per PM program.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for processes and programs.
• Knowledge of machine safety, job orders, measurement tools, gage calibration, fixtures, CNC programming (G/M Codes, Mazatrol), and GD&T.

Skills

CNC programming

Reading blueprints

Math skills

Reading and interpreting drawings

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gauges

Protractors

Height gauges

Micro-height gauges

Molds

Optical comparator

Depth gauges

Job description

The machinist 3 is a highly skilled, senior-level position responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting a variety of complex machine tools to produce precision parts and components. This role involves interpreting advanced blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to ensure high quality production within tight tolerances.

The Machinist 3 may also assist in training junior machinists, lead improvements initiatives, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues. A strong understanding of CNC programming, tooling, and materials is essential. This position requires minimal supervision and a high level of craftsmanship, accuracy, and safety awareness.

• Adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures.
• Able to perform machine set ups on manual lathes, manual mills, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and Waterjet machines for all programs and part types including production and/or engineering parts with light to no assistance.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs preventative maintenance on machines as required per the company P.M. Program.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings for all processes and programs.
• Knowledge of the following elements are expected:
  • Machine Safety.
  • Job orders.
  • Standard measuring tools including, but not limited to, Micrometers (O.D. & I.D.), Calipers, Bore Gages, Protractors, Height Gages, Micro-Height Gages, Molds, Optical Comparator and Depth Gages.
  • Verifying gage calibration.
  • Machine fixturing for setups.
  • Thorough knowledge of CNC programming/languages (G/M Codes and Mazatrol) and thorough knowledge of how to create and edit programs.
  • Thorough knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience:
• 7+ years’ experience working with Manual and/or CNC machines.
• Skills:
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must have math skills and be able to use handheld measuring tools.
• Personal Attributes:
• Attendance and Punctuality: Be at the workstation ready to start work at the beginning of the work period and remain on the job until the close of the work period. Be punctual for all appointments. In areas where required, each employee is also expected to remain on the job until a replacement is present.
• Client/Customer Focus: Be respectful, courteous, and friendly to customers and GP&C employees.
• Effective Teamwork: Be a team player and participate as an integral part of the GP&C team.
• Ethic/Values/Integrity/Trust: Accept accountability for personal actions. Positively represent GP&C. Conduct yourself with integrity and trust. Observe the laws, policies, and procedures that govern workplace activities.
• Assist other departments as necessary with approval from your management team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• The employee is frequently required to stand for an extended period of time.
• Walk use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Required to work in a shop environment which may include hot or cold temperatures, humidity, high noise levels and hazardous fluids such as coolants and lubricants.
• Willing and able to machine and handle a wide variety of materials, including but not limited to, Fiberglass Composites, Plastics, Metals and other Alloys.

QHSE Responsibilities:

At GP&C, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibility in all aspects of our operations. We believe that the well-being of our employees, the quality of our products/services, and our environmental stewardship are integral to our success. We expect all employees to adhere to our QHSE protocols and actively participate in contributing to our growing QHSE culture as well as taking pride in their work and continuously seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.

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