Lathe Machinist

First Tek, Inc.
  • Cedar Park, TX
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

***EDUCATION REQUIRED - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED***

SCHEDULE: DAY SHIFT - 6:00 AM TO 2:30 PM; OVERTIME AS NEEDED

DURATION: 3-MONTH ASSIGNMENT - THERE IS NO POSSIBILITY TO CONVERT TO FULL-TIME

TOP SKILLS REQUIRED:
- QUALITY MINDSET & ACCOUNTABILITY: ABILITY TO READ/INTERPRET DRAWINGS, MEASURE, CAPTURE CONFORMING AND NON-CONFORMING PARTS WITH NO ESCAPES FROM THE CELL
- EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION & PROBLEM-SOLVING: UNDERSTANDS AND CAN COMMUNICATE THE "WHY" SOMETHING ISN'T MEETING SPECIFICATIONS
- SETUP AND TEARDOWN OWNERSHIP AND INDEPENDENCE: THIS FACILITY IS A HIGH-MIX, LOW VOLUME SHOP AND DOES REQUIRE MULTIPLE SETUPS PER DAY
- PREVIOUS MAZAK EXPERIENCE PREFERRED & ROMI EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS (ENSURE THIS IS SHOWN ON THE RESUME)

HIRING PROCESS: ALL INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED IN-PERSON. CANDIDATES MUST WEAR LONG PANTS AND STEEL-TOED SHOES/BOOTS IN CASE THERE IS A SITE TOUR.

JOB SUMMARY: Machinist will be tasked to safely and efficiently set up and operate a CNC Lathe. Machines include Okuma CNC Lathes, Mazak CNC Lathes. This role requires onsite presence for day shift temporary work. Reports to a supervisor.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Under the direction of a supervisor or experienced machinist, produce quality parts on CNC machines (including lathes and milling machines) in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
- Operate CNC machines, perform setup changes, and conduct first article inspections during production runs.
- Load parts using overhead lifting equipment; prove programs; operate machine controls; set offsets; perform simple program edits; deburr parts; and inspect finished parts to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Identify potential issues before production runs. Start and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls or programs as required.
- Read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and precision measuring instruments to determine dimensions, tolerances, and tooling requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of tooling instructions, including fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
- Comply with all NOV company policies, including Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience as a Lathe Machinist in a manufacturing environment
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check
- Proficient in reading and basic math, and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints
- Strong understanding of machining principles and practices, including CNC programming and setup
- Ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Can demonstrate good work ethic
- Ability to work well with the team
- Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes, preferred
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and practices

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly required to sit or stand, bend, and reach.
- Regularly required to operate a computer and other office machinery using finger dexterity for typing and writing.
- Regularly required to communicate, converse with, and exchange information by means of the spoken and written word.
- Regularly required to perform light physical effort to lift or move lightweight materials up to 40 pounds.
- Regularly required to view a computer screen.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCedar Park, TX

Skills

  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • CNC Latheunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cutting Toolsunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Latheunmatched
  • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
  • Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
  • Lifting Equipmentunmatched
  • Machine Toolunmatched
  • Machiningunmatched
  • Machining Operationsunmatched
  • Manual Dexterityunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Material Movingunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Milling Machineunmatched
  • Office Equipmentunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Program Controlunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Tolerance Analysisunmatched
  • Typingunmatched

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