John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Available Shifts

• Evening: Monday - Thursday, 6:00pm - 4:30am
• Weekend Day - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 6:00am - 6:00pm
• Weekend Night: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 6:00pm - 6:00am

Additional shift differential available for eligible night and weekend schedules.

Day shift prefers someone with experience on Mazak lathe (exp. on Haas and DMG lathe is a plus).

John Crane is seeking an experienced Wire EDM Machinist to join our manufacturing operation in Pasadena, Texas.

This position is ideal for a skilled machinist with experience setting up and operating Wire EDM equipment to produce precision components that meet demanding engineering and quality standards. You will work alongside a highly skilled manufacturing team in a clean, climate-controlled facility equipped with modern technology and resources.

If you have experience with Wire EDM setup, programming adjustments, precision inspection, and close-tolerance machining, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate Wire EDM equipment safely and efficiently
• Load, align, and secure workpieces and fixtures
• Verify machine setup, offsets, and cutting parameters
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Monitor machining operations to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface-finish requirements are met
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments
• Make program and offset adjustments as required to maintain quality standards
• Troubleshoot setup, tooling, fixturing, and machining issues
• Accurately document production and inspection activities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all manufacturing, quality, environmental, and safety procedures

At John Crane, you'll work in a facility designed to support quality, safety, and employee success, including:

• Modern Wire EDM technology and tooling
• Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Well-lit production areas
• Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement
• Extensive machining and inspection resources
• Long-term career opportunities within a global organization

Weekend-shift employees enjoy a three-day workweek while maintaining full-time status and benefits.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of Wire EDM machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience independently setting up and operating Wire EDM equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional tolerances
• Experience producing close-tolerance machined components
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges
• Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and productivity standards
• Ability to work assigned shifts and overtime when required
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Ideal Candidate

You are a detail-oriented Wire EDM Machinist who takes pride in producing precision components, maintaining tight tolerances, and solving complex manufacturing challenges. You can independently set up and operate equipment, verify quality requirements, and consistently deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you are an experienced Wire EDM professional looking for modern equipment, a supportive team, and a stable manufacturing career with a global leader, we'd like to hear from you.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 12-hour shift Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely Ability to bend, reach, grip, and handle fixturing, tooling, and manufactured components Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience programming or editing Wire EDM programs.

Experience machining complex or high-precision components.

Working knowledge of GD&T.

Experience with toolroom, mold, die, or precision-machining environments.

Experience machining stainless steel, hardened alloys, and specialty materials.

Completion of a machining certificate, technical degree, or formal apprenticeship program.

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERG's) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERG's include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. 

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. 

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. 

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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