CNC Mill Programmer/Machinist

Generon Igs•Houston, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced CNC Mill Programmer/Machinist to join our manufacturing team in a hands-on role taking parts from 3D models or drawings through programming, setup, prove-out, and production. Beyond basic operation or setup, this position requires a true machinist who can independently program using Autodesk Inventor/Fusion CAM software, select tooling, establish work holding, perform first-article inspections, and consistently produce high-quality parts efficiently.

Requirements

Proven experience programming and operating CNC milling machines with Fanuc controls.
Hands-on experience with Autodesk Inventor/Fusion CAM software.
Strong understanding of CNC milling processes, tooling, work holding, feeds and speeds.
Ability to set up machines independently and prove out programs.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
Experience using precision inspection equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of jobs from programming through finished part.

Nice To Haves

Experience programming with Autodesk Inventor CAM.
3–5+ years of CNC machining/programming experience.
Experience with 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC mills.
Experience machining aluminum, steel, stainless steel, and other common materials.
Experience with tight-tolerance machining
Experience with production and prototype/low-volume work.
Familiarity with Fanuc CNC controls.
Experience designing fixtures or work holding.
Machining trade school, technical degree, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

Program CNC milling machines using Autodesk Inventor CAM.
Set up an operate CNC milling machines using Fanuc controls.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications.
Develop efficient toolpaths, select appropriate tooling, and establish feeds and speeds.
Set up CNC milling machines, including work holding, tooling, offsets, and work coordinates.
Load, prove out, troubleshoot, and modify CNC programs in Autodesk Inventor CAM.
Operate CNC mills and monitor machining processes during production.
Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
Troubleshoot machining, tooling, dimensional, and programming issues.
Optimize programs to improve cycle time, tool life, part quality, and repeatability.
Maintain accurate setup documentation and tooling information.
Work closely with engineering, management and personnel to resolve manufacturing issues.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.