CNC Machinist (1st Shift)

Smiths Group

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Irving, TX, us on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted April 21, 2026 Last posted April 21, 2026
Job description

Smiths Interconnect, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions. Our products are used in mission-critical applications across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. At Smiths Interconnect, we are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.

Smiths Interconnect is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help create a safer, more efficient and productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defense, space & aerospace and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs c.16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Produces machined parts by setting up and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities:

  • Setup and operation of Fanuc & HAAS CNC milling centers using Master CAM software.
  • Utilize blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
  • Work to close tolerances using required gauges and inspection knowledge.
  • Document information pertaining to setup and operation of each job utilizing written descriptions, sketches and/or photos.
  • Train junior operators/apprentices.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • 3-7 years of manual machining and CNC setup and operation utilizing conversational programming.
  • Proficiency in Master CAM software preferred
  • Must have a high work ethic, be a team player and work with a since of urgency.
  • Ability to read and comprehend complex machine and component drawings.
  • Ability speak/read English and understand verbal instructions.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.
  • Detailed oriented, self-motivated, ability to work well with limited supervision.
  • Ability to train others.
  • Ability to work overtime and on weekends as needed for the position.

Travel %: 0-10%

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    About this role

    Summary

    Operate and set up CNC machines, train operators, and ensure quality in manufacturing parts

    Job title

    CNC Machinist (1st Shift)

    Experience level

    3-7 years

    Industry

    industrial manufacturing

    Location requirements

    Irving, TX, with minimal travel, no remote work allowed

    Salary

    Not specified

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    manual machiningCNC setupFanucHAASMaster CAM

    Preferred skills

    None specified

    Specializations

    CNC setupmanual machiningFanucHAASMaster CAM
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Irving, TX, USA

    On-site City