CNC Operator - Mills & Lathes; Fanuc​/Haas

At a glance

Company: Confidential Central Texas Machine Shop
Location: Mexia, TX 76667 (On-Site)
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift Monday-Friday (standard 8-hour shifts)
Experience: 2+ years of CNC experience
Machines: CNC vertical machining centers and CNC lathes
Controls: Fanuc, Haas, and Fadal
CAM Software: Fusion 360

Why join this Central Texas machine shop?

This role exists due to steady production demand at a growing machining and fabrication facility in Central Texas.

This CNC Operator plays a key role in producing high-quality machined components for industrial and fabrication applications. The shop values accuracy, consistency, and dependable machinists who take pride in their work.

This is not a programming role - it's ideal for a hands-on operator who enjoys running machines, maintaining quality, and keeping production flowing.

️ What you'll be doing

In this role, you will:

• Operate CNC vertical machining centers (VMCs) and CNC lathes
• Load parts, run programs, and monitor machine performance
• Perform minor program edits and offset adjustments at the machine
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools
• Perform in-process checks to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

This is a shop-floor role suited for someone who enjoys steady production work and takes ownership of part quality.

️ Machines, controls & software

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines: CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs), CNC Lathes
Controls: Fanuc / Haas-style controls (user-friendly interface)
Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, and standard precision measuring tools

Materials you'll work with

• Mild steel
• Alloy steel
• Aluminum

What we're looking for

Required:

• 2+ years of CNC operating experience (mills and/or lathes)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Comfortable performing minor program edits and offset adjustments
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools
• Must supply your own basic measuring tools
• Reliable transportation to onsite Central Texas facility

Preferred:

• Experience running both VMCs and lathes
• Experience in a production machining environment
• Strong attention to detail and consistency

Why you'll like working here

• Stable, steady production workload
• Clean and organized shop environment
• Straightforward day shift schedule
• Opportunity to grow into setup responsibilities over time
• Shop culture that values dependable, skilled operators

Pay, benefits & schedule

Pay Range: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE)

Schedule:
Monday-Friday Day Shift
On-site only (approximately 40 minutes east of Waco, TX)

Overtime: Available as needed

Benefits details provided during interview process.

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