
CNC Machinist – Okuma & Tsugami Swiss Setup
🔎At a Glance
Company: West Side Industries
Location: Statesville, NC (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $28–$36+ per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift
Overtime: Available as needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)
Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Oil & Gas, Industrial Manufacturing
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Join a Precision Machine Shop with Over 80 Years of Excellence
Since 1943, West Side Industries has built a reputation for producing high-quality precision machined components for customers across the aerospace, defense, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.
As an ISO 9001-certified machine shop, we combine modern CNC technology with experienced craftsmanship to deliver exceptional quality on every job. With continued investment in our equipment, people, and facility, we're looking for an experienced CNC Machinist who is equally comfortable setting up Okuma CNC lathes and Tsugami Swiss machines.
If you enjoy challenging setup work, short-run production, and taking ownership from blueprint to finished part, we'd like to hear from you.
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What You'll Be Doing
In this role, you'll be responsible for complete machine setups and production across both conventional CNC turning and Swiss machining platforms.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Set up and operate Okuma CNC lathes for chuck and bar work
- Set up and run Tsugami Swiss-type sliding headstock lathes
- Edit programs at the machine using Okuma, Fanuc, and Yasnac controls
- Adjust tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to optimize production
- Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and routing documentation
- Perform first article and in-process inspections
- Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment
- Maintain tooling, fixtures, and machine condition
- Document work according to ISO 9001 quality procedures
- Work closely with fellow machinists to maintain quality and production goals
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Machines, Controls & Inspection Equipment
You'll work with modern precision equipment including:
CNC Machines
- Okuma CNC Lathes
- Tsugami SX20 Swiss-Type Lathe
- Eurotech CNC Lathes
- Haas Milling Centers
- Kitamura Machining Centers
- Brother TC32A with pallet changer
Controls
- Okuma OSP
- Fanuc
- Yasnac
Inspection Equipment
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Thread Gages
- Pin Gages
- Optical Comparator
- Indicators
- Inspection Microscope
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Materials You'll Machine
You'll have the opportunity to machine a variety of materials including:
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Tool Steel
- Nickel Alloys (preferred)
- Titanium (preferred)
- PEEK and engineered plastics (preferred)
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What We're Looking For
Required
- 5+ years of CNC machining experience
- Proven setup experience on both Okuma CNC lathes and Tsugami Swiss machines
- Strong understanding of Swiss machining, including guide bushings, tooling, and bar feeders
- Ability to edit programs at the machine
- Blueprint reading and GD&T proficiency
- Experience performing precision inspections
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
- Trade school or apprenticeship training
- Experience machining titanium, nickel alloys, or engineering plastics
- Experience working in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment
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Why Machinists Like Working at West Side Industries
- Family-owned manufacturing company established in 1943
- Stable, full-time day shift
- Clean, organized 10,000 sq. ft. facility
- Modern Okuma, Tsugami, Haas, Kitamura, and Brother equipment
- Diverse work with short runs and challenging precision parts
- ISO 9001 quality-focused environment
- Opportunity to expand your skills across multiple CNC platforms
- Company investing in long-term growth and technology
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay: $28–$36+ per hour, depending on experience
Benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Benefits package currently being expanded
- Stable full-time employment
- Professional work environment
- Growth opportunities
Schedule:
- Day Shift
- Overtime available as workload requires
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Apply Today
If you're an experienced CNC machinist with setup experience on both Okuma and Tsugami equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply directly through hireCNC or contact West Side Industries today.
Email: info@westsideindustries.us
Phone: 980-223-8665
Walk-ins welcome:
124 Hatfield Road
Statesville, NC 28625
West Side Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Fields of study
- CNC
Required certifications
- General Machinist
Years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
Salary range
- $28 - $36 per hour
Required languages
- English
Required skills
- Single turret horizontal lathe with yaxis
- Swiss turning machine
- Fanuc
- Okuma
- Other CNC Control
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- Tool Steel
CNC Controls Experience
- Okuma
- Fanuc
- Other
Machine Type Programming Experience
- Swiss
- Lathe w/ Milling (Mill Turn)