Machinist 3

GP&C • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The machinist 3 is a highly skilled, senior-level position responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting a variety of complex machine tools to produce precision parts and components. This role involves interpreting advanced blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to ensure high quality production within tight tolerances. The Machinist 3 may also assist in training junior machinists, lead improvements initiatives, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues. A strong understanding of CNC programming, tooling, and materials is essential. This position requires minimal supervision and a high level of craftsmanship, accuracy, and safety awareness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years’ experience working with Manual and/or CNC machines.
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must have math skills and be able to use handheld measuring tools.
• Machine Safety.
• Job orders.
• Standard measuring tools including, but not limited to, Micrometers (O.D. & I.D.), Calipers, Bore Gages, Protractors, Height Gages, Micro-Height Gages, Molds, Optical Comparator and Depth Gages.
• Verifying gage calibration.
• Machine fixturing for setups.
• Thorough knowledge of CNC programming/languages (G/M Codes and Mazatrol) and thorough knowledge of how to create and edit programs.
• Thorough knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures.
• Able to perform machine set ups on manual lathes, manual mills, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and Waterjet machines for all programs and part types including production and/or engineering parts with light to no assistance.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs preventative maintenance on machines as required per the company P.M. Program.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings for all processes and programs.
• At GP&C, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibility in all aspects of our operations. We believe that the well-being of our employees, the quality of our products/services, and our environmental stewardship are integral to our success. We expect all employees to adhere to our QHSE protocols and actively participate in contributing to our growing QHSE culture as well as taking pride in their work and continuously seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.

What This Job Offers

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