Lead CNC Machinist

At a Glance

Company:  AMETEK – Chandler Engineering (Energy & Process Instrumentation)

Location:

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma (74012) – On-site
Nearest Major Market:  Tulsa, OK
Job Type:  Full-Time (Hourly)
Pay Range:  $30 – $40 per hour (based on experience)

Shift:  Day Shift (standard business hours; overtime expected)
Overtime:  Yes – Hours over 40 per week can be expected
Experience Level:  Senior (10+ years preferred or equivalent technical background)
Published:  January 28, 2026

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- Why This Role Exists

Chandler Engineering, a brand of AMETEK, manufactures high-precision well integrity instrumentation for oil, gas, geothermal, and emerging environmental energy markets.

This Lead Machinist role exists to provide advanced technical leadership inside the machine shop — supporting complex setups, mentoring machinists, and driving process improvements as production demands grow.

This is not just a machine-running role. It’s a technical leader position responsible for holding tight tolerances, working with exotic materials, and ensuring the shop runs efficiently and safely.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Lead setup and operation of CNC and manual machines for high-precision work

Program, input, and edit CNC programs using  Mazatrol and Fanuc controls

Develop and refine machining processes to improve efficiency and quality

Hold tight tolerances (down to ±.0001")

Machine exotic materials including  Hastelloy and Inconel

Interpret blueprints and specifications; mark reference points on work pieces

Select, align, and secure fixtures, tooling, and materials on mills, lathes, and hones

Calculate and adjust feeds, speeds, coolant flow, and depth of cut

Perform trial runs and troubleshoot machining issues

Verify conformance of finished parts using precision inspection tools

Build and modify tooling, jigs, and fixtures as needed

Train and mentor machinists in machining techniques and safety practices

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve complex technical challenges

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- Machines, Controls & Equipment

Machines:

CNC Mills

CNC Lathes

Hones

Large-scale CNC lathes (preferred experience)

Controls:

Mazatrol (Mazak)

Fanuc (including Doosan mills)

Inspection Tools:

Calipers

Micrometers

Precision measuring instruments

Blueprint interpretation & GD&T

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Alloy Steel

Stainless Steel

Hastelloy

Inconel

Large-diameter cylindrical components and pressure-related parts

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- What We’re Looking For

Required:

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree OR 10+ years of related CNC machining experience

Strong experience with  Fanuc and/or Mazatrol programming

Advanced setup and troubleshooting capability

Blueprint reading and tolerance control experience

Ability to hold tight tolerances (.0001")

Experience mentoring or leading machinists

Safety-minded and team-oriented

Preferred (Not Required):

Experience machining oversized or heavy cylindrical parts

Experience operating large-scale CNC lathes

Background in precision machining of large-diameter components

Experience handling heavy work pieces with proper lifting and fixturing techniques

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Chandler Engineering because:

Work on precision instrumentation supporting energy and environmental technologies

Stable global organization backed by AMETEK

Opportunity to lead and mentor

Exposure to exotic alloys and complex machining challenges

Real overtime availability

Professional, safety-focused environment

AMETEK is a global industrial technology leader with over $7.5B in annual sales and 22,000 employees worldwide.

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:  $30 – $40 per hour (DOE)
Overtime:  Hours over 40 per week can be expected

Benefits:

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company programs

PTO and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation is based on experience, skills, and business considerations.

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