M5 Machinist

CCI Inc•New Iberia, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

For over 60 years Frederick’s Manufacturing LLC has brought their expertise and a trusted reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality equipment to customers across North America. From their Louisiana based operations, Frederick’s Manufacturing LLC specializes in CNC and conventional machining, subsea fabrication, and wireline tooling, and manufactures critical components such as packer parts, downhole tools, hydraulic cylinders, subsea structures, pipe clamps, HDD Tools, mats, and custom-fabricated assemblies, supporting clients across the oil and gas, marine, industrial, petrochemical, agricultural, and wireline sectors. Now as part of the CCI Group of Companies, Frederick’s Manufacturing LLC is expanding their reach and capabilities in exciting new directions to the oil and gas, construction, infrastructure, and more industries, while also benefiting from CCI’s multidisciplinary engineering, construction, and technology expertise. Together with CCI, Fredericks is positioned for long-term growth, innovation, and continued excellence. The M5 Machinist is a senior-level skilled trades role responsible for independently setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing machining processes to manufacture complex, precision components. This role requires advanced technical expertise, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity standards are met. The M5 Machinist may provide technical guidance to junior machinists and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Journeyperson Machinist certification or equivalent experience
Significant experience as a machinist, including advanced setup and troubleshooting
Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
Demonstrated expertise using precision measuring and inspection equipment
In‑depth knowledge of machining processes, tooling, materials, and tolerances
Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and accountability

Nice To Haves

Red Seal Machinist certification (Canada) or equivalent credential
Experience with advanced CNC equipment (e.g., multi‑axis, live tooling, sub‑spindles)
Experience with CAD/CAM systems and process development
Experience supporting prototype, small‑batch, or high‑precision manufacturing
Experience running waterjet equipment

Responsibilities

Independently set up, operate, and optimize CNC and/or manual machining equipment (e.g., mills, lathes, multi‑axis machines)
Interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and work instructions
Select tooling, determine feeds and speeds, and optimize machining strategies for efficiency and quality
Load, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs (within authorized scope)
Perform first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections using advanced precision measurement tools
Diagnose and resolve machining, tooling, and process issues to minimize scrap and downtime
Work to tight tolerances and high‑quality surface finish requirements
Provide technical support and informal mentoring to less experienced machinists
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams on new or improved processes
Maintain accurate production, inspection, and maintenance documentation
Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety standards and safe work practices
Actively contribute to continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and quality initiatives