Machine Operator 1

GP&C • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Machine Operator 1 role is an entry-level manufacturing position responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining basic machine tools to produce precision metal parts and components to specification. Working under close supervision, the employee uses blueprints, technical drawings, and written instructions to support accurate, quality production. The role involves manual and/or CNC machines, routine inspections, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The employee develops the ability to set up manual lathes, manual mills, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and waterjet machines for production and engineering parts, with moderate to light assistance. The role also includes maintaining equipment and work areas, performing required preventive maintenance, and learning to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

Employees are expected to follow GP&C’s Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental protocols and contribute to its QHSE culture. They should take pride in their work and continually seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to use handheld measuring tools accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, as stated in the qualifications.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, reach, and move about the facility regularly.
• Ability to remain at the workstation and ready to begin work at the start of the shift.
• Ability to remain on the job until the end of the work period or until properly relieved, where required.
• Strong attendance and punctuality; ability to meet production-setting attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to follow workplace policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Team-oriented approach and respectful, courteous, customer-focused conduct toward clients and coworkers.
• Accountability, integrity, trust, and professionalism.
• Ability to comply with applicable laws, company policies, and workplace procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a structured production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting cross-functional departments as needed.
• Familiarity with CNC program knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Follow engineering instructions, standard operating procedures, and departmental procedures.
• Learn to set up manual lathes, manual mills, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and waterjet machines for production and engineering parts, with moderate to light assistance.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and orderly and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines as required by the company’s P.M. Program.
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints and drawings for processes and programs.
• Follow QHSE protocols and participate in contributing to the company’s QHSE culture.
• Take pride in work and seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.
• Assist other departments with management approval and perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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