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CNC Machinists - Nights (located in Duncan, OK)

Southern Machine Works, Inc.
Duncan, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026

Job Title: CNC Machinist
Reports To: Production Manager
FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Summary
Operates conventional, special purpose, and computer numerically controlled (CNC) mills, lathes, drill presses and sawing machines to cut various metallic and nonmetallic parts. Operates secondary equipment such as overhead cranes, sanders and grinders as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must satisfy the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Reads process sheets, blueprints, drawings and/or sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.
  • Verifies that the correct program and version is loaded in machine tool.
  • Mounts work piece between centers, in chuck, or to faceplate.
  • Selects and installs tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic tool change magazine, in sequence required.
  • Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheets, prints and other instructions to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts.
  • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-or-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
  • Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications utilizing basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, etc).
  • Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run during automatic machine controlled cycles to shorten changeover time.
  • Operates another machine tool during machine controlled machining cycles when necessary.
  • Marks parts as required per process specifications (Includes stamping & dot penning, etc.)
  • Machines metallic and nonmetallic materials.
  • Perform daily machine maintenance such as lubrication points, oil changes, and tightening of bolts.
  • Works under immediate supervision.
  • Other duties that may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
  • Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Able to read and interpret written information; Accepts feedback from others.
  • Diversity/Ethics - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values; Conserves organizational resources.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures including established QMS procedures; Completes given tasks correctly and on time.
  • Quality/Quantity - Demonstrates attention to detail; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Completes work in timely manner; Uses time efficiently.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Adaptability - Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things;

Adapts to changes in the work environment.

  • Punctuality/Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Initiative - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;

Asks for and offers help when needed; Generates suggestions for improving work.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:
Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to meet certain certifications in field and to have at least 1-2 years of experience. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and distance. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
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. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Computer Skills:
Basic computer skills preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
No certificates, licenses or registrations defined.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • CNC milling machine: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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