# Now Hiring Set Up Machinist for Chickasha Oklahoma

> Okie Staffing · Chickasha, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-10

**Salary:** USD 52,200–62,400

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

Okie Staffing is hiring an experienced **CNC Set-Up Machinist** for a manufacturing company in **Chickasha, OK**. This position requires hands-on experience setting up and operating **Okuma CNC Lathes** and/or **Citizen Swiss Machines**.

The ideal candidate will be confident with machine set-ups, reading blueprints, making offsets, checking parts, and producing quality precision parts with minimal supervision.

**Location:** Chickasha, OK

**Schedule:** Monday - Friday, Day Shift

### Responsibilities

-   Set up and operate **Okuma CNC Lathes** and **Citizen Swiss Machines**
-   Perform machine adjustments, offsets, and tooling changes
-   Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications
-   Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and indicators
-   Inspect parts during production to ensure quality and accuracy
-   Troubleshoot set-up or production issues
-   Maintain proper documentation and follow shop procedures
-   Keep work area clean, organized, and safe
-   Work closely with leads, supervisors, and quality team to meet production standards

## Requirements

-   Previous CNC set-up experience required
-   Experience with **Okuma Lathes** strongly preferred
-   Experience with **Citizen Swiss Machines** strongly preferred
-   Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances
-   Ability to use precision measuring tools accurately
-   Must be able to make machine offsets and basic adjustments
-   Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
-   Must be dependable and able to work independently
-   Stable work history preferred

-   Preferred Experience

-   CNC lathe set-up experience
-   Swiss machine experience
-   Okuma control experience
-   Fanuc or similar control experience
-   Experience machining tight-tolerance parts
-   Oil & gas, aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing background

-   Pay
-   **$25–$30 per hour depending on experience**

## Benefits

Day Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Monday – Friday possible Saturday

Chickasha, OK

Pay Rate: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience level.

-   Full-Time Position
-   Competitive compensation based on experience
-   Compensation evaluated according to setup skills and ability to work independently
-   will require a drug test and BK check

## Apply

[Apply at Okie Staffing](https://apply.workable.com/okie-staffing/j/507615E571/apply)

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