Machinist I MF

Cooper Machinery Services; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services is seeking a Machinist I to turn raw stock into precision parts and tooling for turbocharger repairs and other components. You will learn hands-on under experienced machinists and contribute to keeping compression equipment running worldwide.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up machines, maintaining quality, and supporting the aftermarket team. The role requires basic math, safety focus, and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years manual machining experience preferred.
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools and basic math.
• Commitment to quality control and safety guidelines.
• Clear verbal and written communication required.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Machine one-off parts and tooling to spec on manual drilling, lathes and mills.
• Repair and restore parts for turbocharger service business.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and specs to determine dimensions and times.
• Lay out and inspect finished parts against prints and routing instructions.
• Set up fixtures and tools, adjust offsets and monitor cutting speeds.
• Ensure safe operation and neat, documented work area.
• Support Aftermarket team and take on extra machines as needed.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dial calipers

Vernier calipers

ID mics

Depth mics

Ball mics

Job description

Start your machining career where legends are built and kept running.

As a Machinist I at Cooper Machinery Services, you turn raw stock and worn components into one-off parts, tooling and turbocharger repairs that keep compression equipment running for customers around the world. No two jobs look alike, and you will learn the trade hands-on, with guidance from experienced machinists.

Cooper has been building legendary engines since 1833, including Cooper-Bessemer, Ajax, Superior and Gemini. Today we support more than 22,000 units in our installed base, and we are growing. Join us now and grow with us.

What You Will Do

• Machine one-off parts and tooling to spec on manual drills, lathes and mills, and set up and run your assigned machines independently
• Repair and restore parts that support our turbocharger service business
• Read blueprints, drawings, job cards and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, quantities and machining time
• Lay out and inspect finished parts against prints and routing instructions, and complete the required documentation
• Set up holding fixtures, cutting tools, jaws and materials, and adjust machine offsets, including wear, geometry and cutter compensation
• Monitor feeds and speeds during machining to keep every cut on target
• Apply the required surface finishes, then deburr and stamp parts to specification
• Support the Aftermarket team and pick up additional machines and tasks as the work requires
• Work safely every day: wear your PPE, use machine guards, lift correctly and prevent slips and falls
• Keep your work area clean by sweeping chips, disposing of used oil, emptying waste containers and replacing broken pallets

Who You Are

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited school or institution
• 0-2 years of manual machining experience (oil and gas, power, heavy equipment or automation and controls is a plus)
• Working knowledge of precision measuring tools, including dial and Vernier calipers, ID mics, depth mics and ball mics
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort around a range of metal cutting machinery
• Ability to read, evaluate and respond to product specifications, drawings and instructions, with solid trade math and basic computer skills
• Commitment to quality control and to following safety guidelines
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds and do physical work that involves standing, bending and kneeling
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays as business needs require
• Flexibility to adapt as work requirements change in a team environment

What makes you a great fit: You put safety first, take pride in service, and bring a sense of urgency. You are dependable, a self-starter and a strong teammate who stays focused on results and on the needs of the business.

Preferred

• Forklift, pallet jack and crane certifications
• Knowledge of oilfield assemblies and parts

Why Join Us

• Most benefits are effective on your first day of employment, with no waiting period
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage (6-month short-term disability waiting period)
• Voluntary life, AD&D and long-term disability buy-up plans
• Voluntary benefit plans, including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match, and you are 100% vested on Day 1
• Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Cooper Machinery Services is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact our Talent Acquisition Department at [e-mail] or call 855.226.6737.

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