CNC Lathe Machinist

CNC Lathe Machinist / CNC Machinist / CNC Lathe Operator

Required to join a leading aftermarket engineering company based in Houston, TX.

Will perform precision turning on large components such as turbines, rotors, and shafts. The role supports both new and repair work, requiring experience operating CNC lathes with Fanuc Controls (or similar), setting up jobs, making program edits, and ensuring quality standards are met.

Will ideally have experience working to tight tolerances in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment, with the ability to read blueprints and G-Code while maintaining strong safety and quality standards.

• $30 to $35 per hour
• Second Shift
• PTO
• 401k

• Set up and operate CNC lathes / turning centres.
• Perform turning operations including facing, threading, boring, drilling, and grooving.
• Machine and repair shafts, rotors, and other rotating equipment components.
• Edit programs and adjust tooling as required.
• Inspect parts using micrometres, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Read and interpret blueprints and G-Code.
• Maintain tight tolerances on large components.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds and speeds.
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years CNC lathe/turning experience.
• Experience machining large shafts or rotating equipment preferred.
• Ability to set up machines and make minor program edits.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.