Milling Machine Op

Gri Towers Of Texas; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 41,715 - 56,451; Full time

Job summary

GRI Towers Texas, Inc. in Amarillo, TX is seeking an operator to set up and operate milling machines to perform multiple machining and cutting operations on various materials.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, adjusting machining for productivity and quality, reading blueprints and calipers, and ensuring safety. The role requires basic computer knowledge, English proficiency, and adherence to 5S and PPE standards. Experience in manufacturing preferred.

Qualifications

• High School or GED is required
• Ability to interpret drawings and blueprints
• Basic computer knowledge and SAP familiarity
• Proficiency in English for instructions and documentation
• Commitment to safety rules and PPE compliance

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate milling machines for various materials
• Interpret drawings and adjust machining for productivity and quality
• Interpret flange profiles and perform machining at marked points
• Read calipers and inspect parts to tolerances
• Maintain 5S standards and housekeeping in the area
• Operate forklift and crane as needed and follow safety procedures

Skills

English communication

Machining

Reading blueprints

Reading calipers

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GRI Towers Texas Inc - Amarillo, TX 79108
Salary Range: $23.60 Hourly

General Description / Objective

Set up and operate the milling machines to perform multiple machining and cutting operations on various materials.

Roles and Tasks

• Interpret drawings to make the adjustments and required machining, optimizing the performance of equipment and operating procedures, for greater productivity and quality assurance of the product.
• Interpret the analysis of flange profile and perform machining at the points marked.
• Interpret the analysis of flange to correct the flange by heating, if needed, per work instructions.
• Operate equipment in accordance with the services and technical specifications.
• Perform finishing in parts using the knowledge and experience required.
• Carry out activities related to 5S or per supervisors requests.
• Use forklift and crane.
• Ensure the quality of processed products according to the standards of control.
• Optimize the means and tools placed at their disposal.
• Avoid unnecessary downtime in the process; ensuring productivity and daily targets are achieved.
• Filling in all inspection and production forms as required.
• Attend training program when called.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the requirements for the exercise of the function.
• Respect safety standards and use of PPE.
• Clock‑in and clock‑out (mark attendance with the punch card) at the beginning and at the end of the shift.
• Execute clock‑in and barcode reading in the SAP stations at the beginning and end of each task in production.
• Carry out activities related to 5S in the area.

These roles and tasks are only enunciative but not limitative. Additional work‑related tasks and responsibilities can be assigned to this position as per job content requirement and/or supervisors request.

Profile / Professional Competencies / Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• High School or equivalent (GED), or
• Elementary education plus minimum experience required.

Specific Knowledge

• Machining
• Industrial safety and standard operating procedure.
• Tolerances and drawing interpretations.
• Ability to change fixtures and tooling.
• Ability to read blueprints and inspect parts.
• Ability to read calipers and ODs comparators.

Languages

• Able to communicate and/or read and understand instructions in English.

IT / Technical Knowledge

• Basic computer knowledge.

Minimum Experience Required

• Six months on manufacturing, assembly or industrial process.

Internal candidates and/or employees from other GRI factories are considered competent for this job if they have at least 2 years of experience on similar processes.

Preferable Requirements

• SAP
• Bilingual (English‑Spanish)
• CNC programming
• Interpersonal relationships, focused attention, flexibility, initiative, organization and commitment.

Comments

GRI Towers Texas, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer!