CNC LATHE OPERATOR - NIGHT SHIFT

Location: Houston, TX 77087 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2:30 PM–11:00 PM (may extend based on workload) Pay: $26–$28/hour Type: Full-Time About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a skilled and dependable CNC Lathe Operator to join a manufacturing team supporting oilfield operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment and takes pride in producing high-quality work. If you have strong CNC lathe experience, understand oilfield threading standards, and can run jobs independently from setup to completion, this is an opportunity to grow with a stable and respected operation. Key Responsibilities Set up, operate, and run CNC lathe and mill machines independently. Machine oil and gas components to tight tolerances. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. Work with API threads, premium threading connections, and oilfield threading standards. Edit and optimize CNC programs at the machine. Select appropriate tooling, speeds, and feeds. Troubleshoot machining issues and improve efficiency. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace. Follow all safety and quality procedures. Required Qualifications 2–4 years of CNC lathe experience in a machine shop environment. At least 1 year of experience machining premium threading connections—required. Strong knowledge of CNC setup through production. Experience machining oil and gas or other precision components. Ability to run jobs from print to completion. Experience editing CNC programs using G-code or conversational programming. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Fanuc, Okuma OSP, or similar controls. Knowledge of oil and gas materials. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr ESP Enterprises, Inc.