CNC Lathe Machinist

Kids for the Future; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Houston, TX is seeking a CNC Lathe Machinist to produce high‑precision parts on a CNC lathe with live tooling. You will read drawings, set up machines, select tools, and run jobs to meet tight tolerances while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of CNC lathe experience, familiarity with Fanuc controls and Mori Seiki machines, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced shop.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of CNC lathe machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret machine drawings precisely.
• Proficient in setting up and running machines with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operates CNC lathe and tooling with safety and professionalism.
• Reads and interprets machine drawings.
• Independently sets up and operates CNC lathe and selects tools.
• Measures and inspects parts to ensure conformance to specs.
• Monitors machine speeds/feeds and adjusts as needed.
• Ensures quality and safety standards are met.

Skills

Fanuc control

Mori Seiki

Live tooling

Machine setup

Read drawings

Mathematics

Safety procedures

GDT

English

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Location 5440 Alder Drive,Houston, TX, 77081,United States
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

POSITION SUMMARY:

CNC Lathe Machinist is responsible for machining and producing complex production parts on a CNC lathe with 4 th axis live tooling to high tolerance design specifications in an accurate, timely and cost-effective manner.

KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operates all equipment and tools with the utmost attention to safety and professionalism
• Able to read and properly interpret machine drawings
• Independently sets up and operates CNC lathe
• Selects appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work
• Capable of performing quality control function on the CNC lathe (offset adjustment)
• Aligns/ secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines
• Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs
• Measures, examines and tests completed parts in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications
• Ensures all work is performed to the highest standards of quality and safety

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Fanuc control.
• Experience working with Mori Seiki machines a must.
• Demonstrated ability to setup a machine and run the job with minimal supervision.
• Experience with live tooling is a must.
• Strong math and computing knowledge.
• Knowledge of general safety procedures.
• Knowledge of G, D & T.
• Ability to meet production requirements and run router times as specified.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate English fluently

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2 years’ machining experience with a CNC lathe

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exerts up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Regular on-time physical attendance is required.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time and throughout the day in a machine shop environment.
• Duties require verbal communication abilities, visual acuity, accuracy in reading data, and manual coordination and dexterity in handling items and operating equipment.