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Advanced Pressure Systems
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026

Advanced Pressure Systems (APS), a SHAPE Technologies Group (“SHAPE”) is the leading designer and manufacturer of surface prep technologies.  SHAPE is also a leading provider of ultrahigh pressure waterjet pumps, robotic cutting solutions, surface preparation technology, industrial cleaning systems, and aftermarket components that are integrated into waterjet systems worldwide.  APS's products are used in end markets that include, among others, aerospace, automotive, food processing, marine and coastal industrial markets, glass, electronics, paper slitting and trimming, and stone fabricators selling into the residential and commercial construction markets. 

The APS difference can be seen in our people. With industry leading technologists, manufacturing experts, and skilled service professionals, APS team members listen to our customers to anticipate their needs and deliver technical know-how that transforms our customers’ visions into reality.

What it’s Like to Work Here.

We are a team of technology enthusiasts who pride ourselves on constantly raising the industry bar. Our world is fast paced, and customer focused. With principles, performance and an authentic passion for results deeply rooted in our daily interactions. We strive to create a trust-based environment where driving results and positive attitudes coexist. We are friendly, respectful, and motivated to deliver strong performance in everything we do.

What We Offer.

In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, paid disability insurances, education reimbursement and more.

General Purpose:
Sets up and operates CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, and specifications or sample parts to determine specifications and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and set up requirements
• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and shapers
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut or enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control medial as required
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Installs machine replacement parts
• Confers with engineers and production to resolve machining or assembly issues

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• CNC machining experience and/or certification or enrollment in CNC certification program

Education and/or Training:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prefer a minimum of two (2) years machine operations experience and/or enrollment and completion of apprentice program.

OMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Base Compensation: $23.00-$25.00 depending on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Paid time off (PTO) and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement for approved educational programs
  • Ongoing career development and training opportunities

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Ability to stand for 8 hour shift
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Push, pull, bend and twist upper and lower body. Extensive use of hands to grasp and adjust machinery.

 

Salary : $23 - $25

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