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.

The majority of our work is with manual mills and lathes for high precision parts.

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?