Job ID: LL716369821
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 08/21/2026
Combination Spindle Night Shift / CNC Machine Operator – Kinetic 5000 | $23.79/hr | Night Shift
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay: $23.79 per hour
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 5:00 PM–1:30 AM, with a 30-minute lunch
- Location: Houston, Texas 77073
- Position Type: Direct Hire
- Schedule Flexibility: Hours may change based on production needs
- Weekly Pay: Direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance, as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machine Operator to operate a Kinetic 5000 CNC machine performing precision drilling, milling, tapping, beveling, counterboring, and countersinking on steel plates. This position requires strong technical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality. The operator will set up and program equipment, interpret blueprints and technical drawings, inspect finished parts, and maintain material traceability throughout the production process. This role will also support warehouse operations by safely handling and staging heavy steel materials and optimizing material usage for maximum productivity.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and program the Kinetic 5000 CNC machine to perform precision drilling, milling, tapping, beveling, counterboring, and countersinking operations.
- Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings while producing parts to exacting tolerances and finish specifications.
- Set up machines, monitor tool life and consumables, and use precision gauges and measuring instruments to verify part dimensions and quality.
- Maintain accurate traceability of plate materials and finished parts while maximizing productivity through scrap utilization and material optimization.
- Safely load, unload, and stage heavy steel materials using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Previous experience operating CNC machinery, preferably CNC plate-processing equipment.
- Ability to perform complex machining operations while maintaining close tolerances and quality standards.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
- Experience using gauges, measuring devices, and precision instruments.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and the ability to safely operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
Benefits and Perks:
- Pay Rate: $23.79 per hour
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401K
- Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
- Referral bonus program
- Career growth and training opportunities
Your New Organization:
Join a production-focused manufacturing team where safety, quality, and efficiency are priorities. The company operates advanced Kinetic CNC plasma equipment and provides a hands-on work environment where skilled employees contribute directly to high-quality steel fabrication and production.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $23.79 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
