CNC Operator

About the role

Located at 6525 Homestead Road, Houston, TX 77028.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines by cleaning out chip conveyors during material or job changeovers.
• Load required cutting tools, holders, and inserts onto turrets/spindles, ensuring proper coolant line direction and clearance.
• Inspect first-run components using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, thread gauges, and Go/No-Go gauges) against blueprint specifications.
• Complete initial piece inspections and obtain the required second-signature verification before releasing the cell to production operators.
• Immediately isolate non-conforming materials and collaborate with operators to identify root causes for out-of-tolerance dimensions.
• Ensure setup and tooling carts contain all necessary fixtures, gauges, process sheets, and instructions prior to initiating setup.
• Review existing manufacturing process sheets for accuracy and proactively report discrepancies or necessary revisions to engineering.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills.
• Previous experience as a CNC Setup Operator is required.
• Ability to stand for the full duration of the shift.
• Ability to safely lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Steel‑toe shoes are required for this position.

Skills