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Machinist Ellwood Texas Forge Navasota vision insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Texas, Navasota 10908 County Road 419 (Show on map) Sep 05, 2026

Description Join the Mission! Mastery. Integrity. Craft. At Ellwood, we believe metal is a pillar of human process. What makes it possible are the people behind it; people who don't just meet the highest standards but define them. And who always respect the stakes at hand.

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//www.ellwoodgroup.com/careers - See what drives us. Machinist Ellwood Texas Forge Navasota is seeking a safety-focused Machinist to operate CNC machining equipment used to remove excess material from forged components and closed dies in accordance with drawings, measurements, and quality specifications. As a Machinist operates based on established programs, fixtures, work instructions, and machine reference information; safely loads and positions parts; continuously monitors machine operation; measures and documents each required operation; and calculates and enters authorized offset adjustments. What You'll Do Remove excess material from forged components and closed dies using CNC mills, lathes, and established machining processes.

Review production assignments, drawings, inspection sheets, and work instructions.

Load, position, secure, flip, and unload components using cranes and fixtures.

Verify that the correct program, tooling, fixture, and part positioning are used.

Continuously monitor machines and stop operations when unusual noises, movement, tooling problems, or other abnormal conditions occur.

Measure parts using digital calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and other precision instruments.

Compare measurements with documented dimensions and tolerances.

Use decimals and subtraction to calculate dimensional differences and make authorized offset adjustments.

Stop and ask for assistance when measurements approach tolerance limits or repeated adjustments do not correct the issue.

Complete required production, inspection, preventive-maintenance, and downtime documentation.

Enter production information into SyteLine.

Clean machines and maintain a safe, organized work area.

Perform other assigned duties. What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED preferred.

Industrial, manufacturing, production, mechanical, or similar hands-on experience required.

CNC machining or heavy-manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

Experience using precision measuring instruments is required.

Basic shop math skills, including decimals and subtraction.

Ability to follow drawings, measurements, written instructions, and established procedures.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

Willingness to take notes, ask questions, and learn new equipment and processes.

Reliable attendance and ability to work the required rotating schedule. Schedule and Work Environment Monday - Friday 12-hour shifts, Saturday 8-hour

Rotates every two weeks between first and second shift

Must be available to work weekends and overtime based on production needs.

Work is performed around CNC machinery, overhead cranes, forklifts, suspended loads, coolant, oil, noise, and hot or sharp metal chips. Working conditions and temperature may vary depending on the assigned machining area and production process.

The position requires extended standing and walking and may involve bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Required personal protective equipment must be worn throughout the shift. Why Join Ellwood Texas Forge Navasota? Ellwood offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Compensation based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance on day 1

Vested 401(k) retirement plan

10 days' vacation and 3 sick days

Onsite Clinic

Shift differential and overtime opportunities

Company-provided uniforms and required PPE

Advancement opportunities

Additional company-sponsored benefits Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screening. Qualifications

Education

High School of Unspecified (preferred)

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