Senior Machine Operator – CNC, Molding & QA Focus

Klein Tools; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacations & Holidays

Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, &i&

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development

Job summary

Klein Tools in Mansfield, Texas is seeking a Manufacturing Team Member III to setup, operate, monitor, and adjust multi-axis CNC machines and other semi-automated equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform tool changes, and ensure quality while maintaining productivity.

The role requires reading work orders, inspecting parts, and recording data. Overtime may be required; the company emphasizes safety and continuous improvement as part of daily work.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years of related experience.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions per work instructions.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Run production jobs on multi-axis CNC milling/grinding/lathe, injection molding, induction, multiple grinders, or other various types of semi-automated equipment or manually adjust final product per written or verbal work instructions to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.
• Inspect product for quality throughout production run using a variety of measuring tools such as a caliper, micrometer, comparator, laser Keyence, profilometer, a variety of gauges, etc., record inspection findings, and write detailed downtime and other shift communications in a log book.
• Read work orders and blueprints to identify appropriate specifications for machine setup and product quality. Review work orders to ensure bill of materials are accurate and all inventory transactions are performed correctly.
• Perform offsets to the program and adjustments to the machine feed, speed, and axis points to ensure part specification and quality standards are maintained as necessary.
• Troubleshoot machine issues by diagnosing breakdowns, disassembling equipment, and replacing, resetting, and sharpening machine tooling as necessary depending on assigned area.
• Perform machine set ups including changing fixtures, tooling bars, dies, and selecting and loading the program.
• Perform general machine maintenance such as cleaning the machine, checking oil and coolant levels, and adding oil and coolant as necessary.
• Report accurate count of production parts, scrap, and labor hours by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Comply with established 6S standards and participate in lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.
• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Milling

Grinding

Injection molding

Job description

Klein Tools in Mansfield, Texas is seeking a Manufacturing Team Member III to setup, operate, monitor, and adjust multi-axis CNC machines and other semi-automated equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform tool changes, and ensure quality while maintaining productivity.

The role requires reading work orders, inspecting parts, and recording data. Overtime may be required; the company emphasizes safety and continuous improvement as part of daily work.