CNC Machinist - Operator/Programmer (Weekend Day Shift)

Smiths Group • Pasadena, TX

4h • Onsite

About The Position

John Crane is seeking experienced CNC lathe operators and CNC mill operators for its manufacturing operation in Pasadena, Texas. The role produces high-precision components for critical industrial applications using modern CNC equipment, tooling, and inspection technology. Candidates may specialize in CNC turning, CNC milling, or both; experience with both is beneficial but not required. The available schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Weekend-shift employees work a three-day week while maintaining full-time status and benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes or CNC milling machines.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.
• Experience with tooling selection, offsets, and setup verification.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and related inspection tools.
• Knowledge of speeds, feeds, machining practices, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform in-process inspections and maintain tight tolerances.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work assigned shifts and overtime when required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely.
• Ability to bend, reach, grip, and handle tooling and machined components.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work safely around manufacturing equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Mazak or Haas equipment.
• Experience using MAZATROL controls.
• Experience operating Mazak INTEGREX machines.
• Experience with both CNC turning and CNC milling.
• GD&T knowledge.
• Experience machining close-tolerance components.
• Experience machining stainless steel, alloy steels, and specialty alloys.
• Technical degree, machining certificate, or formal CNC training.
• Experience with Mazak lathes; Haas and DMG lathe experience is also a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes or CNC machining centers.
• Install and verify tooling, fixtures, jaws, and workholding devices.
• Establish and adjust tool and work offsets.
• Load and secure materials for machining operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and setup documentation.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensional requirements.
• Monitor tool wear, machine performance, and product quality.
• Make offset adjustments and minor program edits as needed.
• Troubleshoot machining and setup issues.
• Accurately document production and inspection results.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area.

Benefits

• Weekend-shift employees maintain full-time status and benefits.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Long-term career opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop advanced machining skills.

What This Job Offers

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