CNC Lead Machinist​/Programmer - Multi-Axis Mills & Lathes; Haas​/Doosan

At a Glance

Company: Lone Star Silencer
Location: Midlothian, TX (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 per year (DOE)
Shift: 1st Shift Monday - Friday (Flexible Schedule)
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (7+ Years)
Work Authorization: U.S. Person Required (Defense Manufacturing Environment)
Relocation Assistance: Considered for the right candidate

Why This Role Exists

Lone Star Silencer is growing and looking for a highly skilled CNC machinist/programmer who is ready to take ownership of shop-floor operations and help shape the future of the business.

This role goes beyond simply programming and running machines. The ideal candidate will help drive production, mentor machinists, improve processes, and serve as a trusted decision-maker within a modern defense manufacturing environment.

If you're a strong CNC programmer or setup machinist who has been looking for the opportunity to step into leadership, this could be the next step in your career.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program, set up, and optimize CNC mills and lathes
• Create, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs using CAM software
• Support production scheduling and workflow decisions
• Lead and mentor machinists on the shop floor
• Improve machining processes, cycle times, and overall efficiency
• Select tooling, work holding, and machining strategies
• Perform setup verification and prove-outs for new jobs
• Ensure operators are properly inspecting and verifying parts
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues
• Help establish best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate directly with ownership on shop growth and operational decisions

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have significant influence over how the shop operates and scales moving forward.

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with equipment such as:

Mills

• Haas UMC-500 5-Axis Machining Center
• Haas DN Solutions Mill
• Doosan DNM 6700
• Multiple Haas and Doosan 3-Axis Vertical Mills

Lathes

• Doosan Lynx 2700
• Haas ST-20Y
• Live Tooling and Sub-Spindle Turning Centers

Controls

• Haas Controls
• Doosan Controls

CAM Software

• Fusion 360
• Mastercam
• Other CAM platforms as needed

Inspection Equipment

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Indicators
• Standard precision inspection equipment

Materials You'll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Alloy Steels
• Other materials commonly used in military and defense applications

What We're Looking For Required

• 7+ years of CNC machining experience
• Strong CNC programming and setup experience
• Multi-axis milling experience
• Lathe experience including live tooling
• Ability to edit and optimize CNC programs
• Experience using CAM software such as Fusion 360 or Mastercam
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Understanding of production management and workflow optimization
• Ability to lead others and make sound shop-floor decisions
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• U.S. Person status due to defense-related manufacturing requirements

Preferred (Not Required)

• Previous Lead Machinist, Shop Lead, or Supervisor experience
• 5-axis machining experience
• Defense or military manufacturing experience
• Experience helping build processes and shop procedures
• Experience mentoring and training machinists

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Lone Star Silencer because:

• Modern Haas and Doosan equipment
• Fully climate-controlled facility
• Stable and growing defense manufacturing business
• Low-drama, team-oriented environment
• Large percentage of repeat production work
• Opportunity to make a real impact on shop operations
• Leadership team that values skilled tradespeople
• Clear path for career growth and increased responsibility
• Ability to help shape the future direction of the company

This isn't a large corporate manufacturing facility. It's an opportunity to join a growing team where your expertise will directly influence production, quality, and long-term success.

Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range

$100,000 - $120,000 per year (DOE)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Company Pays Approximately 80%)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Two Weeks PTO
• Paid Major Holidays
• Christmas Shutdown Period
• Relocation Assistance Considered

Schedule

• Monday - Friday
• 1st Shift
• Flexible Hours
• Overtime as Needed

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