Talent.com
CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer

Ferpa Precision Machine IncHouston, TX, US
job_description.job_card.variable_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Benefits :

  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources

About Us

Founded in 1990, FERPA Precision Machine, Inc. is a family-owned business with 35+ years of precision manufacturing expertise. Known for our high-performance plastic seals and oilfield components, we’ve expanded into small- to medium-sized precision metal parts with a growing focus on aerospace. We blend advanced technology with a client-focused, quality-driven approach, and value each team member’s contribution in continuing our tradition of excellence.

Learn more about FERPA here : https : / / ferpa-pmi.com / about-us

Position Summary :

We are seeking a Lead CNC Programmer to lead programming, estimating, and process improvement across our shop. This hands-on leader will collaborate with sales to validate manufacturability and quoting, own CNC programming for complex parts, and mentor machinists through setups and prove-outs. By combining estimating accuracy, advanced programming, and process leadership, this role will elevate FERPA’s technical capabilities and enable us to deliver increasingly complex, high-performance components.

Key Responsibilities :

Estimating & Technical Sales Support

  • Partner with sales and production to lead the technical side of quoting.
  • Review prints, 3D models, and specifications to confirm manufacturability.
  • Estimate setup and cycle times for CNC lathes, multi-axis lathes, and multi-axis mills using MasterCAM or equivalent knowledge.

    • Programming & Prove-Outs

  • Identify tooling, cutting strategies, and workholding solutions.
  • Create, verify, and optimize programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills, lathes, live-tooling lathes, and Swiss machines.
  • Match job requirements with machine capability and machinist expertise.
  • Assist with challenging setups, prove-outs, and first-run validation.
  • Troubleshoot complex machining challenges to ensure dimensional and quality requirements.

    • Process Leadership & Mentorship

  • Act as the shop’s technical authority for CNC programming.
  • Drive ownership across estimating, programming, and production.
  • Mentor machinists and programmers to elevate technical capability.
  • Collaborate with quality, production, and management to resolve issues.

    • Continuous Improvement & Compliance

  • Lead process improvement initiatives, including tooling optimization, setup reduction, and workflow efficiency.
  • Support compliance with industry standards (ISO 9001, AS9100D, or equivalent).
  • Lead process improvement (tooling optimization, setup reduction, workflow efficiency).
  • Support compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100D standards.

    • Minimum Qualifications

  • Extensive CNC machining experience (10+ years typical) with expertise in programming and estimating.
  • Proficiency in MasterCAM.
  • Familiarity with FANUC-controlled CNC machines and G-code programming.
  • Expert knowledge of milling, turning, tooling, and workholding.
  • Hands-on machining and setup ability for prove-outs and troubleshooting.
  • Strong GD&T and 3D CAD model interpretation skills.
  • Leadership and mentoring ability with proven team development success.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience machining plastics, stainless steels (300 series, Nitronic 60), PH stainless (15-5, 17-4), aluminum bronze, MP35N, Inconel.
  • Familiarity with broaching, tailstock setups, gun-drilling, sub-spindle second ops, and angled lockwire drilling.
  • Experience working with tight tolerances and SAE aerospace standards.
    • serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Cnc Programmer • Houston, TX, US

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Experienced CNC Machinist / Programmer

    Experienced CNC Machinist / Programmer

    HartwigHouston, TX, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    A CNC Machine Tool Application Engineer contributes to the success of Hartwig by working hand-in-hand with our Sales team to provide support and be a technical resource to ensure customer satisfact...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Programmer - GDS Corp

    Programmer - GDS Corp

    Welker, IncLeague City, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Salary : Starting range is $25-$32 per hour depending on experience.GDS Corp designs and manufactures gas detection systems for heavy commercial and industrial applications.Established in 2001, GDS ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    Process Control Programmer (HMI / PLC / SCADA) - Georgetown, Tx location

    Process Control Programmer (HMI / PLC / SCADA) - Georgetown, Tx location

    Control Panels USAHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Control Panels USA is seeking an experienced Automation Programmer (HMI / PLC / SCADA) to join our growing team.The Automation Programmer position is responsible for completing...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    CNC Set-Up & Edit

    CNC Set-Up & Edit

    EmersonHouston, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    If you are a CNC Set-Up & Edit looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Houston, TX, the CNC Set-Up and Edit Operator is responsible for operating C...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    CNC Machinist - Nights

    CNC Machinist - Nights

    Carlton Staffing ServicesHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We’re hiring an Experienced CNC Machinist for our Southwest TX client! We are looking for experienced, reliable, hard-working employees who can interview immediately! . DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DREAM JOB...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    CNC Programmer

    CNC Programmer

    Staffmark GroupHouston, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Staffmark is hiring a CNC Programmer for a growing manufacturing facility in Houston, TX.If you're experienced in CNC programming and looking for a stable, rewarding role with growth potential, we'...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    Weiler Lathe Operator

    Weiler Lathe Operator

    Carlton Staffing ServicesHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We’re hiring a Weiler CNC Lathe Operator Machinist for our North Houston client! We are looking for experienced, reliable, hard-working employees who can interview immediately!.DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    CNC Machine Operator

    CNC Machine Operator

    Staffmark GroupHouston, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
    CNC Machine Operator - Shape the Future with Toshiba International Corp.Ready to put your precision machining skills to work with a global leader in innovation? Toshiba International Corp.CNC Machi...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    CNC Machinist 2nd Shift

    CNC Machinist 2nd Shift

    Flowco Production SolutionsHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Flowco is redefining well “optimization” with the very latest in USA manufactured gas lift and plunger lift technologies and delivering unrivaled customer support wherever and whenever ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    CNC Lathe Machinist

    CNC Lathe Machinist

    RP Skilled ServicesHumble, TX, us
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Lathe Machinist to join our manufacturing team.The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC (Computer...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    CNC Machinist Helper

    CNC Machinist Helper

    Alltex Staffing & PersonnelBaytown, Texas, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Help set up and operate CNC lathes under supervision, .CNC (Computer Numerical Control) lathe machines are used in manufacturing precision components. While the exact duties can vary slightly d...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    CNC Machinist

    CNC Machinist

    Carlton Staffing ServicesHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We’re hiring a CNC Mill Machinist for our Houston, TX client! We are looking for experienced, reliable, hard-working employees who can interview immediately! . DESCRIPTION OF YOUR DREAM JOB : .Job Tit...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Senior CNC Programmer

    Senior CNC Programmer

    EmersonHouston, TX, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    If you are a Senior CNC Programmer looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Houston, TX, the Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for operating CNC ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    CNC Programmer

    CNC Programmer

    High Tech MachineHouston, Texas, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    As an ISO 9001 certified company, High Tech Machine provides reliable, quality machining and innovative, custom prototypes and solutions for Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Mining, Marine, and other indu...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    CNC Operator

    CNC Operator

    GpacHouston, Texas, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Operator to join our fabrication team specializing in high-end countertops, stone, and marble surfaces. The CNC Operator will be responsible for sett...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    CNC Machinist

    CNC Machinist

    Alltex Staffing & PersonnelHouston, Texas, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Full-Time / Temp-to-Hire .Negotiable (based on experience) .MondayFriday, standard daytime hours .Manufacturing / Precision Machining. All TEX is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to jo...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Senior Programmer with MUMPS Expertise

    Senior Programmer with MUMPS Expertise

    VirtualVocationsSugar Land, Texas, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    A company is looking for a Senior Programmer with MUMPS experience.Key Responsibilities : Identify tables in the MUMPS database related to Claims Processing and Eligibility Collaborate with cross...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    CNC Mill Programmer / Machinist

    CNC Mill Programmer / Machinist

    Miba Industrial Bearings US LLCDeer Park, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Miba Industrial Bearings US (Houston) LLC CNC Machinist / Programmer SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : .This position writes, programs, or edits existing programs, performs set up and operates ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    CNC Maintenance Tech

    CNC Maintenance Tech

    EnerStaff LLCHouston, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    K Location : Houston, TX 77073 Qualifications Demonstrated experience in electrical and / or electronic and mechanical maintenance including motors, controls, power supplies, AC / DC theory, power distr...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    CRNA - Anesthesiology job available in Cypress, Texas

    CRNA - Anesthesiology job available in Cypress, Texas

    Jackson and CokerCypress, TX, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    CRNA Locums Job near Houston, Texas | March through May 2025.Board Certification is required.Active Texas license is required. Schedule : 5 days a week, 8 hour days.Coverage for 2 OR locations for 8 ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30