What are the responsibilities and job description for the Precision CNC Machinist position at Texas Hydraulics Inc?
Build precision parts that keep industries moving.
Since 1971, Hydromotion has combined engineering expertise with precision manufacturing to build industry-leading fluid and electric transition components. From fluid swivels and electric swivels to fire apparatus and position sensing systems, our products are trusted in demanding applications around the world.
We're looking for an experienced CNC Machinist who takes pride in precision, enjoys solving problems, and wants to be part of a team that values craftsmanship and quality.
This is a full-time hourly position with competitive benefits, a stable schedule, and a four-day workweek.
Schedule & Benefits
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, four 10-hour shifts
Overtime: Friday overtime as needed to support customer demand
Benefits include:
• BCBS medical plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Earned PTO
• 401(k) with employer match
What You'll Do
In this role, you'll manufacture precision components by:
• Safely operating CNC mills, lathes, verticals, and horizontal machining equipment
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and work instructions
• Performing machine setup and changeovers for different part numbers
• Adjusting tooling and offsets to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy
• Loading raw material and unloading finished parts
• Running production efficiently while meeting quality and cycle time expectations
• Performing in-process inspections and verifying dimensions using measuring equipment
• Deburring parts as needed
• Performing daily machine upkeep and preventive maintenance tasks
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Supporting continuous improvement and team success
What We're Looking For
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing drawings
• Experience setting up and operating CNC equipment
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and precision measuring tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards
Helpful Experience
Experience with:
• Multiple machine types and setups
• Writing or modifying machining programs
• Process improvement and troubleshooting
• Manufacturing environments focused on quality and precision
Don't check every box? We still encourage you to apply. We value work ethic, mechanical ability, and a willingness to learn.
Work Environment
This position works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, vibration, noise, and varying temperatures. Required PPE includes safety shoes and safety glasses.
Physical Requirements
Employees regularly stand, walk, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift. Employees may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Why Hydromotion?
At Hydromotion, precision matters. We build products used in demanding applications where quality and reliability are critical. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing the results of your work come to life, we'd love to meet you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hydromotion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any protected status under applicable law.