Cnc Mazak Integrex Programmer​/Setup Machinist

Rampart Products was founded with a clear purpose:
provide exceptional customer service, responsive engineering and reasonable delivery times for customers requiring hermetic and rugged electrical interconnect solutions.

Our team brings decades of engineering and manufacturing experience across harsh environment applications, from downhole drilling and subsea equipment to highly engineered connector systems, electronic packaging and advanced manufacturing processes.

Rampart brings engineering, manufacturing, quality and commercial operations together under one roof in Houston, Texas, allowing our teams to collaborate closely from initial concept through production.

As a rapidly growing company, we thrive on technical excellence, accountability, and engineering reality. Rampart proudly supports United States government and defense customers. Because we safeguard vital, mission critical drawings and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), we maintain a modern security posture aligned with government regulated requirements. At Rampart, your work directly protects the infrastructure powering global energy and national security.

Rampart Products is seeking a top performing CNC Mazak Integrex Programmer / Setup Machinist who is an innovative thinker and reliable team member.

Our parts require frequent changeovers and setups in a low-volume, high-mix work environment for the harsh-environment connectivity market. This role is ideal for a skilled machinist who thrives in a low-volume, high-mix, and complex precision environment.

• Create and proof new CNC programs and optimize existing CNC programs

• Complete full set-ups, operate, and adjust CNC mill turns for low volume, high mix production

• Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds and speeds, and tool life optimization

• Interpret and work from blueprints, GD&T specifications, and work instructions

• Perform precision measurements using inspection instruments including micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure part quality

• Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues to maintain efficiency

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all safety protocols

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 5+ years of experience programming and setting up Mazak Integrex (twin spindle) mill-turn in a low volume, high mix environment

• Fully proficient programming at the machine using Mazatrol smooth X/G controls

• Experience with precision, tight tolerance parts with < 2.5” OD

• Jaw cutting is required

• Knowledge of cutting tools, metal properties, and multi-axis lathe operations

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team in a fast-paced production environment

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong geometry and analytical math skills to calculate tool paths, feed rates, and speeds

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.

• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements.

• Ability to lift, carry, and handle molds, materials, and components within company-established limits.

• Ability to work around heated equipment, presses, production machinery, and industrial materials.

• Associate degree in manufacturing, machining or engineering technology

Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and relevant hands-on experience will be considered.

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 3:00pm

• Overtime: Available before 6:00am and on Weekends