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. 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.

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 workholding 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 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 (ID/OD), depth gauges, indicators, scales Materials You'll Work With Stainless Steel Alloy Steels Exotic Materials (common in oilfield, aerospace, and defense applications) What We're Looking ForRequired: 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 workholding 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 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 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 Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later