Experienced CNC Lathe Machinist

Vulcan Industrial • Mansfield, TX

7d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

VULCAN is a precision engineering, manufacturing, and machining company producing high-performance, mission-critical components and solutions for energy, defense, aerospace, and heavy industrial industries. The CNC Lathe Machinist works at the company's manufacturing facility in Mansfield, Texas, machining complex components to meet engineered drawings and specifications. The role works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, attention to detail, adherence to established processes, and receptiveness to guidance on difficult technical tasks and machining practices.

The machinist operates a CNC machining center to produce quality parts, meet production standards and deadlines, and complete in-process inspections. The role includes verifying documentation, tooling, gauging, revisions, and calibration before work begins; assessing cutting tool and machine performance; helping develop processes and cycle-time and tool-life data; and reporting discrepancies or equipment problems. The position also includes routine autonomous maintenance, housekeeping, and compliance with safety and HSE policies.

Work schedules are available on either first shift, Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or second shift, Monday through Thursday from 4:15 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. About 90% of the work is inside air-conditioned facilities; occasional outdoor equipment maintenance may be required. The production environment includes regular exposure to dust and noise.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 6 months to 1 year of experience operating lathe turning centers with live tooling capabilities.
• Familiarity with precision tools and instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Ability to understand G and M code.
• Good knowledge and understanding of machine cutting tools.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret charts, drawings, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with GD&T symbols and an understanding of their meaning.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow work instructions.
• Punctual, reliable, and able to work productively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to lift and carry products weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Technical program certificate or degree.
• Basic PC skills.
• Experience with Okuma or Mazak controls.

Responsibilities

• Meet production standards for machined parts or determine and communicate reasons for not meeting those standards.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts meet production specifications and quality standards.
• Retrieve, understand, and adhere to QAP documentation.
• Verify that required documentation, tooling, and gauging are present before starting work, and confirm that information is at the correct revision and measuring equipment is currently calibrated.
• Double-check measuring equipment against known standards.
• Evaluate machine operations and cutting tool performance.
• Help develop final processes and accurately establish cycle-time and tool-life data.
• Learn or develop subject matter expertise in operating the CNC machining center.
• Detect and report faulty machine operation, defective material, equipment issues, drawing discrepancies, and other unusual conditions to a supervisor and manufacturing support.
• Help diagnose and troubleshoot equipment when maintenance issues arise.
• Perform autonomous maintenance, such as topping off fluids as required.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and equipment, and follow safety regulations.
• Read program code and understand the sequence of operations required to produce quality parts.
• Meet production deadlines, manage priorities, and achieve key performance objectives.
• Adhere to HSE policies and procedures.
• Clean, organize, and maintain work areas.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% company match on employee contributions up to 6% of eligible compensation.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Nine company-paid holidays each calendar year.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Collaborative, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED