CNC Machinist (3W Shift)

About the role

Wabtec is hiring a CNC Machinist in Fort Worth for its CNC Machinist Group, supporting the fabrication of locomotive and mining components. The machinist works with team members during problem resolution, partners with stakeholders and helps improve manufacturing processes. The position is full-time, 3W (three shifts per week), and the starting hourly rate is $35.23, rising to $36.37 after 6 months and $37.51 at 4 years of service, with a $1/hour night-shift differential.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and/or manual equipment such as vertical lathes, boring machines, gear grinders, mills and coordinate measuring machines, and use standard tools like lathes, press brakes and mills.
• Change and adjust tools, set up fixtures and parts, de-burr parts and assemble components and finished parts.
• Inspect parts with manual and electronic devices and read engineering drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Transport materials with radio-controlled cranes, forklifts and tuggers; prying and setting heavy equipment may be required.
• Mentor colleagues in safety, quality, environmental, lean and high-performance practices and help improve manufacturing processes through prototyping and experimental machining.

Required profile

• 1 year of CNC machining experience and 1 year using blueprints and manufacturing instructions.
• High school diploma or GED, 18 years of age or older, legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship).
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs., pass a pre-employment technical assessment, drug test and background check, and work occasional weekends and overtime.
• Willingness to wear PPE and work in a tobacco-free environment.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of G&M code
• Blueprint reading and interpretation
• Basic computer skills

What we offer

• Pay of $35.23-$37.51 per hour with night-shift differential
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement (details at the employer's benefits site)
• Possible annual bonus depending on eligibility