Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Role : Machinist/Fabricator

Location: Bastrop, TX

Employment Type: 13 weeks contract to hire full-time conversion

Hours: 60 hours/week
Shift: Day Shift

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in fabrication, welding, machining, mechanical assembly, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Experience using common fabrication equipment, power tools, and hand tools such as waterjet machines (OMAX preferred), CNC machines (ProtoTRAK preferred), manual lathes, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and assemble custom production equipment, fixtures, tooling, and test systems using a variety of fabrication techniques and shop equipment.
• Operate manufacturing equipment including mills, lathes, press brakes, welders, presses, CNC machinery, and other fabrication tools to produce high-quality components.
• Build and integrate complex mechanical and electromechanical assemblies involving precision mechanical components, electrical wiring, pneumatic systems, and related hardware.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to ensure assemblies are built accurately and meet design specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to identify improvements and develop practical fabrication solutions for new and existing equipment.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe fabrication area while following established safety procedures and inventory control practices.
• Support workplace organization initiatives by following 5S principles and maintaining efficient shop operations.
• Demonstrate initiative by identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and overall shop efficiency.

BlueWave specializes in recruiting high-performing team members for technology, marketing, federal services, and leadership roles. We’re aggressive hunters – but only of talented people – and provide comprehensive staffing support for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding permanent and contract employees.

BlueWave is headquartered in Downtown Orlando, Florida with the flexibility to build teams nationally. With our boutique and personal approach, we get the right people in your company quickly without sacrificing quality.

Company Description

BlueWave specializes in recruiting high-performing team members for technology, marketing, federal services, and leadership roles. We’re aggressive hunters – but only of talented people – and provide comprehensive staffing support for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding permanent and contract employees.\r\n\r\nBlueWave is headquartered in Downtown Orlando, Florida with the flexibility to build teams nationally. With our boutique and personal approach, we get the right people in your company quickly without sacrificing quality.