Machinist: CNC, Welding & Maintenance

Port Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Houston is seeking a skilled Machinist in Houston, TX to perform complex machine work and prepare parts efficiently. The role requires welding certification and the ability to work with CNC programs, lathes, and bed mills as part of maintenance and repair duties.

The position involves coordinating with the Foreman, prioritizing requests, and ensuring safety and quality while managing overtime and strong teamwork within Central Maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years machinist experience required in related field.
• Welding certification required.
• Must be able to perform machine work with and without CNC software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machine requests are organized and given priority.
• Maintain a readily available supply of consumable materials.
• Maintain all parts and supplies using central stores and inventory systems.
• Work as a mechanic when needed to help with labor shortages and cleaning.
• Dispatch emergency services such as tire repair and repairs to equipment as needed.
• Supervise shop safety of areas assigned.
• Coordinate repairs and workload with the availability of time.
• Minimize cost by engineering alternative designs.
• Assist the Foreman with complex or unusual assignments.
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours.

Skills

Machinist tools

Mechanics & Welding

CNC programming

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Welding certification

Tools

CNC software

Bed mills

Lathes

Drafting software

Job description

Port Houston is seeking a skilled Machinist in Houston, TX to perform complex machine work and prepare parts efficiently. The role requires welding certification and the ability to work with CNC programs, lathes, and bed mills as part of maintenance and repair duties.

The position involves coordinating with the Foreman, prioritizing requests, and ensuring safety and quality while managing overtime and strong teamwork within Central Maintenance.