CNC Machinist; Machinist II; CNC Mills, Lathes & Waterjet

At a Glance

Company: General Plastics & Composites
Location: Houston, TX (6910 E Orem Dr, Houston, TX 77075)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Competitive - based on experience
Shift: Day Shift (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Department: Flex Machining

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued production demand and engineering-driven work across GP&C's advanced manufacturing operations.

As a CNC Machinist (Machinist II), you'll play a key role in producing precision, tight-tolerance components used in mission-critical applications. This position supports both production and prototype work and is ideal for a machinist who enjoys setup work, variety, and working with different materials.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate:
  • CNC mills
  • CNC lathes
  • Manual lathes
  • Waterjet machines
• Machine production parts and engineering / prototype components
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job routers
• Load, edit, and adjust CNC programs as needed
• Select tooling, offsets, and work holding
• Perform in-process and first-article inspections
• Support assembly operations with precision-machined components
• Perform preventative maintenance per PM schedules
• Inspect machines for wear, damage, and safety concerns
• Train incoming CNC Operators and Setup Technicians
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all engineering instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures

This role offers a strong mix of hands-on machining, setup responsibility, and technical growth.

Machines, Controls & Software

Machines:

• CNC Mills
• CNC Lathes
• Manual Lathes
• Waterjet Systems

Controls / Programming:

• CNC program editing and basic program creation

Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers (OD & )
• Calipers
• Bore gauges
• Height & micro-height gauges
• Optical comparator
• Depth gauges
• Protractors
• Mold inspection tools

What We're Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• Experience with CNC mills and CNC lathes
• Strong understanding of setups, offsets, and tooling
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Comfortable holding tight tolerances
• Strong math skills and precision measurement ability
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable attendance and strong teamwork skills
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred (Not Required)

• CNC programming experience (editing and basic creation)
• Experience with waterjet machining
• Experience machining composite materials

Materials You'll Work With

• Plastics
• Fiberglass composites
• Metals and alloys

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose General Plastics & Composites because:

• Clean, organized, professional shop environment
• Modern CNC machines and tooling
• High-skill, non-repetitive machining work
• Stable schedule and steady workload
• Opportunities to grow into senior machining or programming roles
• A team culture built on precision, safety, and accountability

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term, stable opportunity

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