CNC Machinist/Programmer

City of Shakopee, MN; Pasadena, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is hiring a CNC Machinist/Programmer in Pasadena, TX to manufacture valve components with strong attention to safety and quality. You will set up, machine, and program parts across diverse materials, ensuring tight tolerances per OEM prints.

The role requires GD&T proficiency, blueprint reading, and the ability to troubleshoot programs. On-site with potential travel for inline-field work and related responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical education is a plus.
• Proven CNC Machinist experience and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Proficient in CNC programming and machining techniques.
• Familiar with GD&T and precision measuring tools.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for personal safety and for the safety of others; maintain housekeeping.
• Set up, indicate, and machine raw material to OEM print dimensions.
• Develop and edit CNC programs using G-code and related languages.
• Verify program accuracy and troubleshoot programming issues.
• Cross-train on machines to prevent production flow lapses.
• Understand material hardness, cutting tools, speeds/feeds, coolant needs.
• Interpret GD&T per part drawings.
• Potential field assignments; some travel may be required.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and environmental policies.

Skills

CNC Machinist

G-code programming

GD&T

Machining techniques

Reading drawings

Quality and safety

Education

High school diploma

Technical education

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

If you are a quality- and safety-focused CNC Machinist/Programmer looking to apply your experience and strong work ethic with a globally established company, Emerson has an exciting opportunity in Pasadena, TX. You will manufacture proprietary valve components for industries including oil & gas, petrochemical, power, and aerospace, producing new internal and external parts to close tolerances from a variety of materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and high-nickel alloys. You will also support our professional service team by machining and repairing existing valves and valve components.

• Shift: 2nd Shift – Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 AM (base pay + $1.00 shift differential)
• Pay Rate: $30.29 – $43.18 per hour, commensurate with experience (Overtime opportunity available)
  

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Be responsible for personal safety and for the safety of others. Must maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
• Set-up, indicate, and machine raw material (bar stock, forgings, and castings) to manufacture Fisher parts to OEM print dimensions.
• Develop and edit CNC programs using G-code and other programming languages.
• Verify program accuracy and troubleshoot any programming issues.
• Cross-train on all machines to prevent lapse in production flow including but not limited to engine lathes, manual drills, horizontal bandsaws, CNC lathes, VTLs, HBMs, and CNC mills.
• Must understand material hardness, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, coolant requirements and machining techniques.
• Interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) per part drawings.
• Potential for field assignments using in-line machine. Some travel may be required.
• Adherence to all safety, quality, and environmental rules and regulations.

Who you are:

You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations, effectively communicate in various settings, and stay productive to align with company goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience; additional technical education is a plus.
• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming and machining techniques.
• Familiarity with a variety of CNC machines and controls.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer relations skills are a must.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Mechanical related Associates degree or 5+ years of experience with machining and fabricating.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM (MasterCam) & SolidWorks’ modeling is preferred
• Welding knowledge preferred.
• Experience in the process control industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of analyzing, evaluating, diagnosing, and resolving equipment and process related problems is strongly preferred.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. The range for this role is $30.29-$43.18, commensurate with the skills, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

• Locations 5404 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX, 77505, US (On-site)