CNC Machinist

Sanmina; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Houston seeks a skilled CNC Machinist 1st Class to operate and set up high-precision machines, reading blueprints and process sheets to produce parts to exact tolerances.

You will perform inspections, manage first article submissions (FIA), and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining a safe, organized workspace. Join a global EMS leader delivering advanced electromechanical solutions across industries.

Qualifications

• 5 years of CNC lathe operations experience with Fanuc controls.
• At least 3 years of experience in a job shop environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up, operate, and adjust CNC machines from blueprints and process sheets.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to guide production.
• Check tolerances, inspect first parts, and submit FIA when required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and manage tooling and fixtures.
• Participate in continuous improvement and follow safety regulations.

Skills

CNC Lathe Operations with Fanuc

Read and interpret drawings

GD&T ASME Y14.5-2009

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Summary

Sanmina Energy-Houston delivers comprehensive engineering and manufacturing solutions, providing advanced product engineering with an emphasis on complex electromechanical systems; full-scale assembly and testing across multiple industries, including new and legacy high-temperature printed circuit board assemblies; and precision machining across the full material spectrum.

What You'll Do

Work includes assignment planning, layout, set up, operating and making tool adjustments for various types of manual, numerically controlled and computerized machine shop equipment. Works from blueprints, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. May communicate directly with engineers to understand the purpose of a part assembly. Checks and inspects machining operations against specified tolerances. May identify and repair minor machine malfunctions.

CNC Machinist 1st Class duties includes but are not limited to:

• Decision making abilities in situations where problems are complex
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T ASME Y14.5-2009
• Set up machinery without assistance including but not limited to,
  • Planning setup
  • Acquiring all tooling & gages needed before starting set up
  • Selection of correct tooling needed for job
  • Building of fixtures if needed
  • Clamping and positioning of fixtures correctly
  • Setting tooling offsets
  • Proofreading programs
  • Correctly completing 1st part
  • Deburring and inspecting 1st part
  • Submitting 1st part for First Article Inspection (FIA)
• Making precise and accurate parts in single & production runs
• Keeps a clean, organized and safe work area
• Maintains company equipment
• Makes sure all programs, tooling and fixtures are properly saved when job is complete
• Participates and initiates continuous improvement of processes
• Abides by all company and safety regulations
• Must run multiple machines when required
• Make use of idle time in a productive manner.

What You'll Bring

• 5 years of experience in CNC Lathe Operations with Fanuc controls
• 3 years of minimum experience in job shop environment

How to Stand Out

Extensive experience operating specialized machines.

Why Join Us?

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 

• 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.