Posted on November 4, 2025

CNC Programmer

Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors:
Operations & Manufacturing
Closing Date: 2026-05-01

About vacancy

$30 - $35 an hour

We are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC programming, including experience with CAD/CAM software, tool selection, and machine setup. The successful candidate will be able to create and modify programs for CNC machines, troubleshoot and diagnose issues, and ensure that all programs are running correctly. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated inpidual to join a dynamic team and make a lasting impact on our organization.

Position Summary:

The Lead CNC Programmer will embrace Patriot’s unique entrepreneurial culture and lead the Pasadena location’s efforts to:

  • Create new and improve upon existing CNC Lathe programs
  • Create new and improve upon existing CNC Mill programs
  • Maintain all CNC equipment & tooling - 4 Haas Lathes, 1 Haas Mill
  • Use automation to produce products over multiple shifts
  • Produce custom tooling, jigs, and new products
  • Train and recruit CNC operators

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with Operations to develop & implement a multi-shift production plan
  • Work with Operations to develop tooling & jigs as needed
  • 1 Haas VF2
  • Create & improve programming for the lathe production line (all brand new)
  • 1 Haas ST-45, 2 Haas ST-10s with Barfeed, 1 Haas ST-25 with Barfeed
  • Represent the company with high professionalism, integrity, and respect
  • Perform any other job-related duties required for this role, or as assigned

Experience:

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED, degree, certification, or a minimum of five (5) years experience programming & maintaining modern CNC lathes and vertical mills
  • Deep knowledge of machining processes such as turning, milling, drilling, and tapping; ability to reverse engineer parts for manufacturing
  • Knowledge of fixtures, tooling, feeds and speeds, and strong math skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Practice safe working habits by ensuring all safety devices and procedures are operating properly
  • Excellent communication (verbal & written) and leadership skills in a team-based environment; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • CNC programming software (G Code, CNC/CAD, MasterCAM, Fusion, etc)
  • Savvy thinking, sound judgment, and ability to manage change
  • Ability to gather and analyze data and work with figures
  • Strong judgment and decision-making skills

Preferred:

  • Experience with electrical distribution or UL certified electrical products
  • Experience with fabricated metal products

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay
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