CNC Machinist - Austin Industrial (Spring, TX)

Austin Careers • Spring, TX

23h

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring a CNC Machinist to independently set up, program, and operate CNC equipment while producing high-quality parts that meet drawing specifications and tolerance requirements. The role involves operating Mori Seiki DuraVertical mills and Mori Seiki lathes, making program edits, troubleshooting equipment, and optimizing machining processes. The machinist reads engineering drawings and technical specifications, chooses appropriate tooling and workholding, and inspects finished work for quality. Other duties may be assigned.

Work may take place in industrial and construction environments, with exposure to weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must use required personal protective equipment and comply with applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Proficiency in CAPPS conversational programming on Mori Seiki DuraVertical mills and Mori Seiki lathes.
• Basic understanding of G-code programming.
• Ability to complete machine setups independently.
• Experience modifying programs and troubleshooting machining issues.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Experience machining aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, Hastelloy, and engineering plastics.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and quality inspection techniques.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industrial cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment for this position.
• Ability to perform the described physical and environmental duties, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; working at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces; and wearing required PPE.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming with CAD/CAM software such as FeatureCAM.
• Manual machining experience with mills, lathes, drill presses, and surface grinders.
• Experience with prototype, repair, and low-volume production work.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machining equipment.
• Perform conversational programming on Mori Seiki DuraVertical mills and Mori Seiki lathes.
• Edit programs and optimize machining processes as needed.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Machine parts to required dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Select appropriate tooling, workholding, and machining strategies for different applications.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed