CNC Lathe Operator

Join a specialized manufacturing team that designs and produces power sections—specifically rotors and stators—used in downhole mud motors for oil, gas, and thru-tubing drilling. In this role, you operate CNC lathes and Weingartner equipment to machine precision rotor components, interpret mechanical blueprints, and make program edits to ensure accurate threading and dimensions.

• Operate CNC lathes and Weingartner machines to manufacture rotor components according to specifications.

• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, including lengths, diameters, angles, and threading requirements.

• Set up CNC machines, including tooling, offsets, and fixtures, to prepare for production runs.

• Run CNC programs and make minor edits to threading and other machining parameters as needed.

• Perform multiple changeovers per day, adjusting setups and programs for different parts and jobs.

• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency of machined parts.

• Inspect finished parts to verify they meet dimensional and quality requirements.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures in the machining environment.

• Collaborate with team members to support efficient production and continuous improvement of machining processes.

• Hands-on experience operating CNC machines, including CNC lathes.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints with detailed dimensions and angles.

• Experience making edits to CNC programs, including Mazak programming for threading and other operations.

• Familiarity with performing multiple machine changeovers per day.

• Competence in machine operation, including setup, basic troubleshooting, and adjustment of machining parameters.

• Attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances on machined parts.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with complex machining equipment such as Weingartner machines.

• Experience operating both Mazak and Weingartner equipment is highly beneficial.

• Background in rotor or similar precision component manufacturing is a plus.

• Ability to work extended shifts and high weekly hours while maintaining quality and safety.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a production team.

• Comfort working in both climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled areas of a manufacturing facility.

You will join a growing team that is actively building a positive, collaborative culture focused on supporting one another and producing high-quality products. The facility invests in process control and climate-controlled environments to create a more comfortable and stable workplace. You will work alongside a dedicated group of professionals, with opportunities to contribute to a team that is expanding and improving its operations.

This role is based in a manufacturing facility where approximately two-thirds of the environment is climate controlled due to process control requirements, while some areas remain non-climate controlled. The position requires working on extended 12-hour shifts: day shift typically runs from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and night shift from 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., with an expected workload of approximately 60–70 hours per week.

The team currently needs CNC lathe operators for both day and night shifts, as well as a Weingartner operator for nights. You will work around heavy machining equipment and follow standard industrial safety practices, in a setting focused on precision manufacturing and continuous production.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is…