Job Description

Schunk Xycarb Technology, Inc., in Georgetown, Texas is growing and seeking a Machinist, Lead \xe2\x80\x93 2nd Shift for our Georgetown, Texas facility. This position is full-time and will be eligible for all Xycarb benefits. Sign-on bonus included in benefits package.


The Machinist - Lead has a broad variety of different tasks to perform. The primary role is to make quality quartz products and parts meeting customer\xe2\x80\x99s specifications using glass machining techniques.

• Working Time: Full-time
• Type of Employment: Fixed
• Job Location: Georgetown, Texas - USA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to load CNC programs using DNC system.
• Ability to operate Horizontal Lathes and Vertical Milling centers.
• Setting up of work offsets and tooling offsets and understand basic G & M code.
• Understanding of machine and tooling for required surface finishes and correct stock removal and identifying tool ware.
• Able to inspect parts and compensate tool diameter and height to meet print specification.
• Ability to use clippers, micrometers assorted gages and optical comparator.
• Examine work orders, drawings, specifications and planning and divide the work orders and when needed instruct and train coworkers.
• Closely analyze products for basic functional problems, identify defective parts and control quality and progress in work flow and take corrective actions in case of quality issues and or delays.
• Perform the daily maintenance on the CNC Machining equipment and report malfunction to maintenance department.
• Assist production supervisor in developing skills and quality of the operators, advice on skill matrix, individual performance.
• Control quality and progress in work flow and take corrective actions for quality issues and or delays.
• Make suggestions for improvements and apply approved changes.
• Monitor compliance with safety, environment and quality regulations.
• Handle other miscellaneous duties as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum of 5 to 7 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience with CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment (experience with Haas Mills, Lathes a plus).
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of team lead/working foreman experience in supporting, coaching and training machine operators.
• Formal vocational training in manufacturing/machining and/or programming preferred.
• In depth knowledge and skill on CNC machining products, production methods and processes; CNC Machine, tooling identification, materials, reading, adjust offset parameters and Customers\xe2\x80\x99 demand on specifications measures and finishing.
• Knowledge and prior experience in production equipment, tooling, measuring tools, production methods, planning and routing.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Work Hours:

2nd Shift Monday-Thursday 3:00pm to 1:30am (4) 10 hour shifts - additional 10% shift differential

Physical Requirements:

• Job requires bending, stooping, walking, sitting, and reaching overhead.
  Manufacturing environment; may be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts and quartz materials.
• Must be able to work and be comfortable in required appropriate PPE such as smock, face mask, respirator at times, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods of time.
• Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Must pass pre-employment testing.
Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

What we offer:

• Health benefits including medical, dental & vision
• Company paid life insurance and short-term & long-term disability
• Paid Time Off and 10 paid company holidays
• 401(k) employer safe harbor contribution: Company contribution of 3% of your salary
• Quarterly Profit-sharing bonus
• Tuition reimbursement/Educational assistance
• Annual Safety Shoe & RX Safety Glasses Allowance for all the employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $3000 per referral
• Sign-on Bonus up to $3000 for all employees

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The Schunk Group is a global technology company with around 9.000 employees in 26 countries. The company is a leading supplier of products made of high-tech materials \xe2\x80\x93 such as carbon, technical ceramics and sintered metal \xe2\x80\x93 as well as machines and systems \xe2\x80\x93 from environmental simulation and air conditioning to ultrasonic welding and optical machines.