Precision Machinist II - On-Site in Mesquite

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Metal Part Machining Technician to operate CNC or manual machines, interpreting engineering blueprints to define dimensions and tolerances. You will set up tools, select operations, and maintain equipment for safe, precise metal fabrication.

Ideal candidates have vocational/technical training and 1–2 years of experience, with strong math skills and GD&T knowledge.

Qualifications

• Requires Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 1-2 years' experience or equivalent.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Able to operate metalworking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assembles, repairs, and fabricates parts or components by operating mechanical equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and design sketches to determine specifications and tolerances.
• Selects and operates tools to cut, shape, or finish metal, plastic, or composite material.
• Sets up, services, and maintains equipment for safe operation.
• Uses precision measuring instruments to check quality of machined parts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Machine operation

Precision measurement

Safety procedures

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Metal Part Machining Technician to operate CNC or manual machines, interpreting engineering blueprints to define dimensions and tolerances. You will set up tools, select operations, and maintain equipment for safe, precise metal fabrication.

Ideal candidates have vocational/technical training and 1–2 years of experience, with strong math skills and GD&T knowledge.