CNC Machinist

Carlton • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Carlton Staffing is hiring experienced CNC Machinists for a client in Northwest Houston, Texas. The position focuses on setting up and operating CNC Vertical Turning Lathes (VTL), Vertical Turning Centers (VTC), and other CNC machining equipment to manufacture large industrial components, including parts approximately 50–60 inches in diameter. The role is temp-to-hire and offers day or night shifts. Pay is $29.06–$35.01 per hour based on experience, with an additional $2.00 per hour for night shift.

The machinist independently selects tooling, fixtures, cutting parameters, and machining strategies to meet production specifications. They interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and CNC programs; complete machine setups, enter work and tool offsets, prove out programs, and perform first-article inspections with minimal supervision. They monitor operations, address dimensional and surface-finish issues, and make adjustments to maintain quality. The role also involves using FANUC controls, G&M codes, and CNC programming knowledge to troubleshoot and improve production; conducting precision measurements and inspections; documenting work orders; communicating production updates between shifts; and maintaining a safe, organized work area while meeting production goals.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of hands-on CNC machining experience.
• Previous experience with FANUC controls.
• Experience operating VTLs, VTCs, or machines using 4-jaw chucks.
• Experience machining large industrial parts approximately 50–60 inches in diameter.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, G&M codes, blueprint reading, and precision machining techniques.

Nice To Haves

• 5–7 years of CNC machining experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC VTLs, VTCs, and other CNC machining equipment to manufacture large industrial components.
• Select tooling, fixtures, cutting parameters, and machining strategies to meet production specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and CNC programs.
• Perform machine setups, enter work and tool offsets, prove out programs, and complete first-article inspections with minimal supervision.
• Monitor machining operations and adjust processes to address dimensional or surface-finish issues and maintain quality standards.
• Use FANUC controls, G&M codes, and CNC programming knowledge to troubleshoot machining issues and optimize production.
• Perform precision measurements and inspections, and document completed work orders.
• Communicate production updates between shifts.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment while meeting production goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed