CNC Machinist - Operator/Programmer

Smiths Group•Pasadena, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

John Crane is seeking a CNC Machinist - Operator/Programmer to set up, write programs, edit existing programs, and operate numerically controlled machinery, including lathes, mills, and drills. The role requires maintaining quality and tolerances within .0003”, working from various technical documents, and possessing a working knowledge of programming languages. The machinist will also be responsible for presetting and potentially re-sharpening tools, inspecting work using precision measuring instruments, following preventative maintenance procedures, adhering to safety policies, and maintaining a clean work area. This position offers both Day and Evening shift opportunities.

Requirements

Previous CNC machining experience.
High school diploma or equivalent with a technical school education and working machinist knowledge or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of CNC machine tool Programming & Operating experience.
Numerical control machining skills experience and ability to read and interpret work related machine drawings.
Make average to complicated mathematical calculations and resolve elementary technical problems.
Can operate a minimum of 2 CNC machine tools.
Possesses previous experience as a Manual machinist.
Must be detail oriented; be able to work independently using sound judgment.
Good verbal, written, problem solving and organization skills required.
Capable of handling multiple priorities.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Working knowledge of programming languages and the ability to learn / adapt per machine.

Nice To Haves

Experience on Mazak lathe (for Day shift).
Experience on Haas and DMG lathe (for Day shift).
Experience on Mazak mill (for Evening shift).
Experience on Integrex and Haas mill (for Evening shift).

Responsibilities

Sets up, writes programs and edits existing programs, and operates numerically controlled machinery (lathes, mills, drills, etc.).
Maintains quality and tolerances within .0003”.
Follow written and verbal procedures for machining and other duties.
Work from work order routings, prints, sketches, layout sheets, written and verbal instructions.
Recognize and understand functions of machine parameters with the ability to modify as required per supervisor’s instructions.
Utilize knowledge of working properties for a variety of materials (stainless steel, alloy steel, cast iron, brass, exotics, etc.).
Presets tools and may be required to re-sharpen.
Inspect work produced using micrometer, bore gage, venire calipers, or other measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.
Follow preventative maintenance procedures on equipment and report operating difficulties.
Perform duties in accordance with company safety policies, reports unsafe conditions.
Make proper labor and time reports.
Keep machine(s) / work area clean and orderly.
Perform other duties as required.