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

CNC Machinist (Machinist II) – CNC Mills, Lathes & Waterjet

📍 Houston, TX | Full-Time | Day Shift (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

General Plastics & Composites, LP is hiring an experienced CNC Machinist (Machinist II) to join our Flex Machining department in Orem, Utah
. This is a mid‑level CNC machining role ideal for a machinist with strong setup experience across CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual machines, and waterjet equipment
.

If you enjoy precision machining, complex setups, and working with a variety of materials including plastics, composites, metals, and alloys
, this role offers a stable, long‑term opportunity in a safety‑focused manufacturing environment.

As a CNC Machinist II, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual lathes, and waterjet machines
• Perform machining for production parts and engineering / prototype work
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job routers
• Support assembly operations with precision‑machined components
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools to ensure tight tolerances
• Perform preventive 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

Candidates should have working knowledge of:

• CNC machining principles and setup procedures
• CNC programming fundamentals (editing and basic program creation)
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Machine fixturing and tooling selection
• Machine safety and lubrication practices

Measurement & Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers (OD & )
• Calipers
• Bore gauges
• Height gauges & micro‑height gauges
• Optical comparator
• Depth gauges
• Protractors
• Mold inspection tools
• Gauge calibration verification

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• Experience with CNC mills and lathes required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Strong math skills and ability to use handheld measuring tools
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong teamwork, reliability, and attendance

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs
  ; occasional lifting up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and machining fluids
• Comfortable machining a wide range of materials, including:
  • Plastics
  • Fiberglass composites
  • Metals and alloys

• Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Department: Flex Machining
• Reports To: Supervisor

General Plastics & Composites is committed to quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement
. Employees are expected to actively support QHSE initiatives and uphold the highest standards of integrity and workmanship.

Equal Opportunity Employer
GP&C provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.