Machinist in Lewisville, Texas

Location

Lewisville, Texas

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$21 – $23/hr

Company

Ascend Staffing

Machinist

Pay: $21.00 – $23.00 per hour (DOE) Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM Location: Lewisville, TX 75057

Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production demands.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Machinist to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and monitoring manual and CNC mills, lathes, and surface grinders to produce precision-machined components. The successful candidate will be capable of maintaining tight tolerances, interpreting technical drawings, and performing quality inspections to ensure finished parts meet customer and engineering specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on machinist who takes pride in producing high-quality work, solving technical challenges, and contributing to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set machine controls to regulate speed, feed rates, depth of cut, and other machining parameters according to established procedures.

• Properly position and secure workpieces using chucks, fixtures, machine tables, centers, and other holding devices.

• Select and install tooling while establishing proper depths of cut and machining parameters based on material and tooling specifications.

• Program, set up, and operate manual and CNC mills, lathes, and surface grinders.

• Monitor machine operation and identify malfunctions, tooling issues, or out-of-tolerance conditions.

• Verify finished components meet specifications using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.

• Maintain close tolerances of ± .002" on precision-machined parts.

• Perform routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting to ensure equipment functionality.

• Install, calibrate, and test machine tooling.

• Monitor tooling for wear and replace as necessary to maintain quality standards.

• Inspect materials and components before machining to verify correct specifications.

• Coordinate with internal departments regarding project status, estimated completion times, and tooling requirements.

• Interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.

• Implement design revisions and process improvements when required.

• Utilize drawing viewers and machine control systems effectively.

• Assist with fabrication of metal and composite parts, fixtures, jigs, and related manufacturing projects.

• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience & Skills

• Experience operating manual and/or CNC mills, lathes, and surface grinders.

• Familiarity with the capabilities and limitations of conventional and CNC machine controls.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

• Proficiency using precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain close machining tolerances of ± .002".

• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to develop creative solutions.

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and accuracy.

• Reliable transportation required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred).

• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

• Experience with welding, grinding, and general fabrication processes.

• Experience machining metal and composite materials.

Physical Requirements

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

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting production deadlines.

• Must be able to lift, carry, and move materials weighing 30–70 pounds.

• Ability to safely operate machinery and work around moving equipment.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and machine shop environment.

• Frequent exposure to machinery, noise, metalworking processes, and production equipment.

• Fast-paced setting requiring attention to detail, safety, and productivity.

• Overtime and weekend work may be required to support production schedules.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a dependable machinist with a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and commitment to producing precision components. We value individuals who take ownership of their work, maintain high-quality standards, and contribute positively to a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

If you're looking for a stable opportunity to grow your machining career while working with a skilled team and modern equipment, we'd like to hear from you.

Contact Us:

If you are interested in interviewing for this position, please contact one of our team members using the contact details below. Call or Text: 817-247-2226

Visit our office: 724 W Main St, Suite 335, Lewisville, TX 75067

Visit us online: ascendstaffing.com/lewisville

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