Operator Machinist
Operator Machinist
Location: Houston, TX
Department: Manufacturing / Production
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Lunar Resources, Inc. is seeking an Operator Machinist to support hands-on manufacturing and production activities. This role is ideal for technicians, tradespeople, or mechanically inclined operators who enjoy working with tools, machines, and physical hardware.
You will operate and support a variety of production machinery used to build advanced energy and electromechanical systems in a controlled manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do
- Operate production and shop equipment such as:
- Manual mills and lathes
- Band saws, drill presses, and fabrication tools
- Furnaces, ovens, laser welders, and assembly fixtures
- Load raw materials and parts into machines and fixtures
- Follow work instructions, drawings, and step-by-step production travelers
- Monitor machine operation and stop processes if issues arise
- Perform basic machine setup, tool changes, and adjustments
- Measure and inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe workstations
- Report defects, equipment issues, or safety concerns promptly
- Work closely with engineers and supervisors to improve repeatability and efficiency
- Document completed work and inspections as required
What We’re Looking For
Required
- High school diploma or GED (or equivalent hands-on experience)
- Experience working in a shop, manufacturing, maintenance, or production environment
- Comfort using hand tools and basic shop equipment
- Ability to read simple drawings or instructions (we will train where needed)
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow procedures
- Dependable attendance and ability to work full shifts
- Must be a US Citizen
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- CNC machine operation experience
- Welding, brazing, or heat-treat exposure
- Experience in aerospace, defense, energy, or industrial manufacturing
- Forklift, shop safety, or equipment certifications
Training & Growth
- On-the-job training provided
- Opportunity to grow into senior operator, machinist, or specialized technician roles
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes and high-energy systems
Work Environment
- Production floor and shop environment
- Use of PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection
- Interaction with heavy machinery, elevated temperatures, and industrial materials
Questions:
- Describe a time when you were asked to work with a machine, process, or material you had little or no prior experience with. How did you approach learning it, and what was the result?
- Tell us about a part, assembly, or job you were especially proud of producing or operating. What made it challenging, and how did you ensure it met quality standards
- Give an example of a time you noticed a problem, risk, or opportunity for improvement in the shop and took action without being asked. What did you do?
- Tell us about a time a job didn’t go as planned. What did you do, and what did you change going forward?
- What kind of work environment helps you do your best work, and what makes a day feel productive to you?
- If you finish assigned work early, what do you typically do next?