CNC Programmer

EnerStaff LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerStaff LLC is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer for a temp-to-hire role in Houston, TX. The position focuses on developing and maintaining CNC programs to support a high-mix, low- to medium-volume operation using Edgecam, spanning 4-axis lathes and vertical/horizontal mills.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of production CNC programming experience, strong Edgecam skills, and hands-on machining background. Strong GD&T interpretation and ERP routing experience are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Strong Edgecam programming experience.
• Experience programming 4-axis CNC lathes, vertical and horizontal machining centers.
• Experience working with CNC controls (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mori Seiki).
• Experience maintaining machining routers within JD Edwards or a similar ERP system.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Prior hands-on machinist experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CNC programs using Edgecam for 4-axis lathes and CNC mills.
• Lead first-piece prove-outs and validate setup and cycle times.
• Optimize feeds, speeds, and tooling strategies.
• Support machinists during setup and troubleshoot machining issues.
• Maintain consistent, repeatable machining processes.
• Update machining instructions through the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process when required.
• Improve cycle time consistency and reduce scrap.

Skills

CNC programming

Edgecam

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Hands-on machinist

Education

Associate’s degree in manufacturing or related field

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mitsubishi controls

Mori Seiki controls

JD Edwards ERP

Job description

CNC Programmer (Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Houston, TX 77081

Shift: 5am-1:30pm M-F

Start: ASAP

Pay: $35-$42/ hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving CNC programs and machining-related routing operations to support safe, predictable, and cost-effective production. This role supports vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, and CNC lathes. The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate cycle times, routing integrity, and process consistency within JD Edwards. This is a hands-on programming position in a high-mix, low- to medium-volume machining environment.

KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

CNC Programming

• Develop and maintain CNC programs using Edgecam.
• Program 4-axis CNC lathes, vertical mills, and horizontal machining centers.
• Lead first-piece prove-outs and validate setup and cycle times.
• Optimize feeds, speeds, and tooling strategies.
• Support machinists during setup and troubleshoot machining issues.
• Maintain consistent, repeatable machining processes.

Routing & ERP Accuracy

• Update, create, and maintain machining-related routers in JD Edwards, including:
  • Operation sequencing
  • Work center assignments
  • Setup and cycle time standards
  • Machining notes
• Ensure routing accuracy supports scheduling and capacity planning.
• Update machining instructions through the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process when required.

Process Improvement

• Improve cycle time consistency.
• Reduce scrap and rework through programming discipline.
• Standardize machining practices across similar part families.
• Support continued development of ill-only routing strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve unattended mill operation where feasible.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Strong Edgecam programming experience.
• Experience programming:
  • 4-axis CNC lathes
  • Vertical machining centers
  • Horizontal machining centers
• Experience working with CNC controls (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mori Seiki type controls).
• Experience maintaining machining routers within JD Edwards or a similar ERP system.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Prior hands-on machinist experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oil & gas, compressor, or heavy industrial components.
• Experience improving setup time and cycle time consistency.
• Experience supporting routing standardization initiatives.

EDUCATION:

Associate’s degree in manufacturing or related field or equivalent related work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or up to 5 pounds constantly to move objects.