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General Plastics and Composites LP

Senior CNC Machinist (Machinist III)

General Plastics and Composites LP, Houston, Texas, United States

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Senior CNC Machinist (Machinist III)

Houston, TX | Full-Time | Day or Night Shift

General Plastics & Composites, LP

is hiring a

Senior CNC Machinist (Machinist III)

to join our

Flex Machining

team in

Orem, Utah . This is a

high-skill, senior-level machining role

for an experienced machinist who can handle

complex setups, CNC programming, troubleshooting, and precision work

with minimal supervision.

This position is ideal for a machinist who enjoys challenging work, mentoring others, and working closely with engineering and quality teams to solve technical problems.

What You’ll Do

As a

Machinist III , you will be responsible for advanced machining operations including:

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot

CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual mills, manual lathes, and waterjet machines

Perform complex machining for

production and engineering / prototype parts

Read and interpret

advanced blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications

Create, edit, and optimize

CNC programs

using

G-code and Mazatrol

Hold tight tolerances and ensure high-quality parts meet all specifications

Perform

preventative maintenance

per company PM programs

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Assist in training and mentoring junior machinists and operators

Collaborate with

engineering and quality teams

to resolve machining and process issues

Follow all engineering instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures

Required Technical Skills

You should have strong working knowledge of:

CNC Machining & Programming

CNC mill and CNC lathe setup and operation

CNC programming using

G/M codes and Mazatrol

Program creation, editing, and troubleshooting

Machine fixturing and tooling selection

Machine safety and lubrication practices

Measurement & Inspection

Micrometers (OD & ID)

Calipers

Bore gauges

Height gauges & micro-height gauges

Optical comparator

Depth gauges

Protractors

Mold inspection tools

Gauge calibration verification

GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

Qualifications

7+ years of experience

working with CNC and/or manual machines

Proven experience with

complex setups and programming

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English

Strong math skills and precision measurement ability

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong teamwork, reliability, and professionalism

Physical & Work Environment

Ability to stand for extended periods

Frequent lifting up to

50 lbs , occasional lifting up to

100 lbs

with assistance

Work in a shop environment with varying temperatures, noise, and machining fluids

Comfortable machining a wide range of materials, including:

Plastics

Fiberglass composites

Metals and alloys

Schedule & Employment Details

Shift Options:

Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Employment Type:

Full-Time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Department:

Flex Machining

Reports To:

Supervisor

About General Plastics & Composites, LP

General Plastics & Composites is committed to

quality, safety, and continuous improvement . We expect all team members to actively support our

QHSE culture , take pride in their craftsmanship, and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

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