CNC Lathe Machinist – Setup​/Programmer; Okuma OSP

Position: CNC Lathe Machinist – Setup / Programmer (Okuma OSP)
At a Glance

Company:  Meta Tech Industries

Location:

Houston, TX (On-site)
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:  $28 – $35 per hour (based on experience)

Shift:  Day Shift (typical shop hours; confirm specifics)
Overtime:  Available
Experience Level:  Intermediate / Senior (5+ years)
Work Authorization:  Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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- Why This Role Exists

Meta Tech Industries is growing and expanding its machining capacity to support increasing demand across oil & gas, space, and defense industries.

This role is critical to producing  complex, tight-tolerance components from exotic materials , and is ideal for a machinist who can  own the entire process  — from programming to setup to finished part.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Program, set up, and operate  Okuma CNC lathes  independently

Machine complex precision parts from print/model to finished product

Work with  live tooling / mill-turn operations  (when applicable)

Select tooling, set offsets, and establish work holding

Perform first-piece and in-process inspection

Hold tight tolerances on high-spec components

Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets

Identify and correct out-of-tolerance conditions

Collaborate with production, quality, and leadership to resolve issues

Support and mentor less experienced machinists as needed

Maintain a clean, organized workspace and perform basic machine maintenance

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- Machines, Controls & Equipment

You’ll be working with:

Machines:  Okuma CNC lathes (single turret, live tooling / mill-turn)

Controls:  Okuma OSP (REQUIRED)

Inspection Tools:  Calipers, micrometers (/OD), depth gauges, indicators, scales

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Stainless Steel

Alloy Steels

Exotic Materials (common in oilfield, aerospace, and defense applications)

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- ✅ What We’re Looking For

Required:

5+ years of CNC lathe machining experience

Strong experience with  Okuma OSP controls

Ability to  program, set up, and run independently

Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T

Strong understanding of tooling, inserts, boring bars, and work holding

Experience using precision measuring instruments

Solid math skills (geometry, basic algebra for machining calculations)

Ability to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal)

Adaptability in a fast-paced, production-driven environment

Preferred (Not Required):

Experience with live tooling / mill-turn lathes

Experience machining tight-tolerance parts in aerospace, oil & gas, or defense

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Meta Tech Industries because:

Modern equipment and strong Okuma platform

Exposure to  complex, high-value parts  (not repetitive low-skill work)

Opportunity to  own your work  — programming through production

Clean, organized shop with a strong quality culture

Stable workload across multiple industries

Team environment where experienced machinists are trusted and respected

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:  $28 – $35/hr (DOE)
Additional Pay:  Overtime, performance bonuses, yearly bonus opportunities

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Schedule:

Day shift (specific hours to be confirmed)

Overtime available based on workload

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- Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hire

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