Senior CNC Machinist

Senior Cnc MachinistWe are working with a Houston-area manufacturing company, and seeking a high-level, hands-on CNC Machinist to set up and operate multi-axis CNC equipment producing complex, tight-tolerance components. The ideal candidate is an experienced machinist who reads blueprints and GD&T fluently, dials in setups quickly, edits programs at the control, and consistently holds tight tolerances on demanding parts.Key ResponsibilitiesSet up, operate, and troubleshoot multi-axis CNC mills and/or lathes to machine complex precision components.Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to determine machining sequences, tooling, speeds, and feeds.Perform tool changes, offsets, and program edits at the control to achieve and hold tight tolerances.Conduct first-article and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM data.Select, set, and maintain cutting tools, fixtures, and workholding; optimize setups to reduce cycle and changeover times.Partner with programming and engineering to improve methods, yields, and throughput.Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and follow all quality and safety procedures.Required Qualifications8+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.Proven ability to set up and run multi-axis CNC mills and/or lathes independently.Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and in-process inspection.Experience with either Fanuc / Haas / Mazak / Okuma controls.High school diploma or GED; machining certificate or completed apprenticeship a plus.Preferred Qualifications5-axis machining experience and experience with exotic materials (titanium, Inconel, stainless).Experience in an AS9100 environment, including first-article inspection (AS9102).Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.