CNC Machinist

IDEX•Brenham, TX

About The Position

The CNC Machinist produces machined parts by setting up and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines while maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The role frequently collaborates with Production, Quality, and Engineering. The position works a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required to support production demands. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment and requires the use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior experience machining precision products and tools on CNC machines, including both setup and operation.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Reliable and predictable attendance.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
Proficiency using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges.
Basic understanding of machining feeds, speeds, tooling, and workholding.
Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and make offset adjustments as needed.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Mastercam, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD/CAM software.
Experience in tooling, mold, or die maintenance.
Forklift and/or overhead crane experience.
Technical certification in machining or manufacturing technology.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints, sketches, and CAD/CAM files to make tools and dies.
Compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of workpieces.
Set up, operate, and disassemble conventional, manual, and CNC machine tools.
Test completed tools and dies to ensure they meet specifications.
Monitor machine feed and speed.
Operate CNC lathes, mills, and VMCs.
Measure, examine, and test completed tools and dies for defects.
Smooth and polish tool and die surfaces, including operating a manual horizontal lathe to polish tools.
Clean tools using processes such as ice blasting, sand blasting, and lathe work.
Pull, stage, and deliver tools to molding, and put tools away.
Present finished workpieces to production and make modifications when needed.
Perform daily 5S duties and other duties as assigned.
Follow company safety policies and procedures, and comply with quality standards and work instructions.
Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
Accurately complete production and maintenance documentation.
Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions related to tooling or machining issues.