Machinist A

Datwyler; Gray (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation and Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k

Clean and safe work environment

Job summary

Datwyler is seeking a Machinist A in Gray, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in programming and operating CNC lathes and mills, particularly with Mazak and Haas machines. Responsibilities include programming CNC machinery, manufacturing parts per specifications, and maintaining equipment. This position offers competitive pay, vacation, paid holidays, and health insurance in a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience programming and operating CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Strong command of blueprint reading, including engineering drawings.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC lathes and/or mills based on part drawings.
• Manufacture parts as outlined on drawings.
• Perform daily and monthly maintenance tasks.

Skills

Programming CNC lathes and/or mills

Blueprint reading

Basic math skills

Strong work ethic

Intermediate to advanced computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNC Machine Operator Certificate preferred

Tools

Mazak CNC lathes

Haas CNC lathes

Job description

Job Summary

The Machinist A position will program, set‑up, and operate computer numerically controlled lathes and/or mills to fabricate metal parts.

Department

Machining

Reports To

Production Foreman

Essential Job Functions

• Study and interpret drawings, shop manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Identify required tooling, set gauges, and perform machine set‑up based on job requirements.
• Program CNC lathes and/or mills based on part drawings.
• Manufacture parts as outlined on drawings and part specifications.
• Inspect parts to confirm conformance to specifications.
• Perform daily and monthly maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to all HSES procedures and practices to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job‑related tasks as needed.

Skills, Qualifications, Experience, Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years’ experience programming and operating CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Prefer experience with Mazak and Haas CNC lathes.
• CNC Machine Operator Certificate preferred.
• Basic math skills, including proficiency with geometry and trigonometry for material fabrication calculations.
• Strong command of blueprint reading including understanding of engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Working knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used for machining.
• Strong work ethic, professional attitude, detailed‑oriented, and reliable.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

What We Offer

Competitive pay.

Vacation, and Flexible Time Off.

Paid Holidays.

Health, vision, and dental insurance.

401k.

Clean and safe work environment.