Posted 2 months ago
Manufacturing CNC Lathe
AI Summary
The CNC lathe operator sets up and runs CNC lathes to machine parts to customer specifications in a high-volume job shop, reading blueprints and making basic machining calculations with little supervision.
About this role
Description
TEAM UP WITH US!
The Manufacturing CNC Lathe performs both routine and non-routine, moderately complex CNC functions following appropriate procedures for timely and accurate production.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Primary duty is to set-up and operate CNC lathes to machine parts to customer requirements.
- Must be able to work in a high-volume environment.
- Must be able to read basic blueprints and perform basic job shop mathematical calculations.
- Familiar with CNC operation and possess a basic understanding of set-ups, tooling, and programming concepts, as well as feeds and speeds.
- Must be able to follow written instructions and to work with little supervision.
- Basic understanding of true position tolerance and Cartesian coordinate systems.
- Cleanliness of the work area and proper handling of tools, equipment, and stock to prevent damage or loss.
WHY WORK WITH US?
- We like to take care of business and have fun doing it!
- We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.
- Don’t you want to work with awesome people?
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
Required travel up to 10%.
This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
EEO/AA
Requirements
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Minimum 3 years CNC job shop experience.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Requires frequent bending, reaching and lifting of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Successfully complete Work Steps assessment.
Skills
Explore related jobs
More jobs at Global Compression Services
Similar Blueprint Reading jobs
Jobs in Odessa
- B
I & E SuperintendentBlack Label Services · Odessa, Texas - S
Floorhand, DrillingSavanna Drilling · Odessa, TX - CTerritory Manager - Heavy Equipment DealershipCisco Equipment Rentals · Odessa, Texas
- E
Heavy Equipment Field Technician (Mechanic)EquipmentShare · Odessa, Texas - S
Inside Sales/ Customer Service RepresentativeSunSource · Odessa, TX 79761 - GField Engineer ( ACI Certification Required)Geo-Technology Associates Inc. · Odessa, TX
Browse these categories
Market data for this role
All reports →- SeriesRole reportsOne role family at a time: how many openings, what changed this week, who is hiring, what it pays.
- SeriesSalary reportsWhat employers publish in job postings, by level and workplace. Not self-reported pay.
- Market overviewState of tech hiring, September 2026: up 4.8%Tech hiring rose 4.8% month over month in September 2026, with 411,122 new listings. Customer support and account executive roles led the growth.