Machinist A

Datwyler•Conroe, TX

44d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist A is a highly skilled CNC machining professional responsible for programming, setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC lathes, mills, and related machining equipment used to manufacture precision components. This position serves as the department's technical expert for machining processes and is responsible for developing machining strategies, programming new parts, performing complex setups, proving out new jobs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Machinist A works independently with minimal supervision and provides technical leadership, mentorship, and support to Machinist B and Machinist C team members. You will be working out of Montgomery, TX until we move into new facility in Spring 2027. Consistent travel to Montgomery, TX and Gray, Louisiana for training until we are moved in.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
5+ years of CNC machining experience required.
Demonstrated experience programming CNC lathes and mills.
Extensive experience performing complex machine setups independently.
Experience proving out new jobs and developing machining processes.
Experience developing CNC programs from engineering drawings and customer specifications.
Extensive experience performing complex machine setups, process prove-outs, tooling selection, fixture installation, and production launch activities.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, trade school certification, apprenticeship completion, or equivalent machining training preferred.
Experience with Haas, Mazak, or similar CNC controls preferred.
Proficiency with Haas, Mazak, or similar CNC controls preferred.

Responsibilities

Program, set up, operate, and optimize CNC lathes, mills, and related machining equipment.
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions to determine machining requirements and setup methods.
Develop and modify CNC programs to support production, quality, and efficiency objectives.
Perform complex machine setups, tooling selections, fixture installations, and process prove-outs.
Troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, and dimensional issues to maintain production performance.
Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and equipment utilization.
Support new product introductions and manufacturing process development.
Train, mentor, and provide technical support to Machinist B and Machinist C employees.
Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records.
Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.