CNC Machinist Operator (Lathes)

Wild West Systems Inc. • Leander, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wild West Systems is building advanced defense weapons for the future warfighter in a fast-paced, high-output environment. They are seeking a mid-level CNC Machinist/Operator who can take ownership of machines, keep them running, and produce high-quality parts with minimal oversight. This role is not merely a button-pushing position; it requires responsibility for setups, offsets, inspection, and maintaining production flow.

Requirements

• Experience operating CNC mills and lathes (Okuma, DMG, Mazak, etc.)
• Familiarity with controls: Okuma OSP, Fanuc, Siemens (or similar)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Hold tight tolerances consistently
• Set and adjust offsets independently
• Experience with 3-axis machining environments
• Strong inspections skills (hand tools required)
• High ownership mindset - you fix problems, not pass them on
• Experience working with urgency, keeping machines running

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace or defense machining experience
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and lathes (3-axis)
• Perform machine setups, tool changes, and work-holding setups
• Adjust and manage offsets to maintain part tolerances
• Run production and prototype parts (high-mix, low-volume + production runs)
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges
• Keyence optical inspection systems
• Sign off on part quality and take ownership of output
• Manage tooling, tool wear, and replacements
• Handle coolant systems and chip management
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on machines
• Identify issues and take action to reduce scrap and improve efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area (5S mindset)

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Health Insurance: 100% coverage for employees, 90% for spouse/family
• Vision and Dental: 100% Coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed