Mill Operator

SIGNAL METAL INDUSTRIES INC•Irving, TX

2d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Signal Metal Industries is a well-established, highly diversified steel fabrication and machining company that manufactures large steel products for heavy industries throughout the country. We perform both traditional job shop work and production work for major manufacturers across the U.S. Our growing, 50+ year company has over 160 employees dedicated to providing high-quality products in a safe environment while meeting demanding customer delivery requirements. This position is a Full-time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas. Night Shift - (Monday - Thursday 4 x 10s ), Overtime on Friday as required Hourly pay rate $24.00 - $30.00 depending on experience We offer competitive wage and career growth opportunities Great benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k), 401(k) Matching, Paid Time Off, Holidays and much more! We are seeking experienced CNC Mill Operators to support our machining and fabrication operations. This position involves setting up, operating, and editing programs on large CNC milling machines to produce precision machined components. Candidates must be able to work independently, maintain print specifications, and ensure quality throughout the machining process. This is a skilled trade position and not a machine-tending role. The role includes working with large CNC equipment such as horizontal boring mills and vertical mills equipped with Fanuc controls, rotary tables, and automatic tool changers.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience operating large CNC milling machines
Ability to read and interpret complex machining and mechanical drawings
Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling
Proficiency with precision measuring tools
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

Responsibilities

Set up and operate large CNC milling machines according to engineering prints
Edit and maintain CNC programs to meet print and quality requirements
Machine precision-finished parts and pre-machined components
Load and unload parts using overhead cranes and manual methods
Collaborate with programming to improve machining processes
Monitor machining operations and make adjustments as needed
Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Meet production deadlines while maintaining high quality standards