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Machine Operator I

Acuren
Magnolia, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/13/2026 CLOSED ON 8/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator I position at Acuren?

Responsibilities

  • Cutting rough test samples according to instruction on a band saw
  • Facing of hardness samples on a manual lathe
  • Turning of mechanical sample blanks on a manual lathe
  • Center Drilling mechanical sample blanks on a manual lathe
  • Shaping reduced sections of mechanical samples on a computer assisted lathe
  • Threading mechanical samples on a computer assisted lathe
  • Cutting metallographic samples on an abrasive saw
  • Following written procedures for sample preparation
  • Sample identification and quality control to ensure integrity of tests
  • Brinell and Rockwell hardness testing
  • Mounting and polishing of metallographic samples
  • Heat Treatment
  • Operation of CNC cylindrical grinder for final mechanical sample

Requirements

  • Aptitude to adhere to safe work practices
  • Perform work with a high degree of integrity
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds repeatedly
  • Capability to work flexible hours, overtime, and a 3/2 team schedule.
  • Basic computer operating skills in a windows PC environment
  • Previous experience in Mechanical or Metallographic sample preparation
  • Familiarity in heat treating practice and theory
  • Knowledge and/or experience in the machining of mechanical test samples.
  • Knowledge and/ or experience in preparation of Metallography samples and Metallographic Testing

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability , Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

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