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Machinist II

Forum Energy Technologies
Bryan, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2025
Summary

Sets-up and operates special purpose equipment, conventional (lathe and/or mill), and/or numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers for fabrication of metallic and nonmetallic parts that hold to the high quality machine standards required within the organization. Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements. Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls as required. Must be able to select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers. Must demonstrate an Intermediate/advanced skill level (indicate part, turn OD's, and qualify ID and OD) on at least four machines; CNC mill, CNC lathe, and NC (figure feed rates), manual mill, brouch, drill press, rework lathe/press lathe.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

  • Review print & work order.
  • Attach fixture to machine and secure part.
  • Position tools per setup instructions.
  • input program or program machine if necessary
  • Operate machine to produce part.
  • Measure work piece and adjust offset as required.
  • stamp or engrave necessary information on part.
  • Notify supervisor or lead man of nonconforming product.
  • Deburr part as necessary.
  • Complete work order documentation & first piece inspection.
  • Check calibration on QC instruments.
  • Proof program & edit as necessary.
  • Optimize tooling & programs to increase production.
  • Operate forklift as needed.

Skills / Knowledge

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Must have working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD & T).
  • Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.

This is a safety sensitive position.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

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