Position: Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer
Location: El Paso, Texas
Work Type: On-Site
Experience: Experience in CNC Programming, Milling, and Precision Manufacturing Preferred
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer is responsible for creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for milling and machining operations to support production, quality, and safety objectives. This role is critical to ensuring manufacturing processes are efficient, repeatable, and capable of producing precision components that meet engineering specifications and customer requirements.
The successful candidate will review engineering drawings and technical documentation, determine machining strategies, select appropriate tooling and fixtures, and generate CNC programs using CAM software and machine-specific controls. This position requires close collaboration with machinists, engineers, and production personnel to optimize manufacturing processes, troubleshoot machining challenges, improve cycle times, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Schedule
- Full-Time
- On-Site Position
- Schedule to be discussed during the interview process
Key Responsibilities
- Create, modify, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for milling and machining centers
- Review engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T specifications, and technical documentation to develop machining programs
- Analyze part requirements and determine the most efficient machining methods and manufacturing strategies
- Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, workholding devices, and machining parameters
- Generate CNC programs utilizing CAM software and machine-specific programming systems
- Establish feeds, speeds, tool paths, and machining sequences to maximize productivity and quality
- Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production personnel during setup and production operations
- Troubleshoot programming, tooling, and machining issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency
- Optimize machining programs to reduce cycle times and improve repeatability
- Conduct program verification and test runs to validate performance and dimensional accuracy
- Ensure all programs comply with quality, safety, and production requirements
- Maintain accurate program files, setup sheets, tooling documentation, and process records
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and operational efficiency
- Assist with process development and manufacturing optimization projects
- Follow all workplace safety standards and manufacturing best practices
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field preferred
- Strong CNC programming experience within a machining, manufacturing, or precision production environment
- Hands-on knowledge of milling operations and CNC machining processes
- Experience generating and modifying CNC programs for milling and machining centers
- Strong understanding of machine setup procedures, tooling applications, feeds, and speeds
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements
- Experience translating engineering specifications into precise machining instructions
- Familiarity with G-Code programming and CNC machine controls
- Experience working with CAM software and machine-specific controllers such as Fanuc, Haas, or similar platforms
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with machinists, engineers, and production teams
- Experience working in a precision manufacturing environment preferred
Technical Skills
- CNC Programming
- Milling Operations
- Machining Processes
- G-Code Programming
- CAM Software
- Fanuc Controllers
- Haas Controllers
- CNC Machine Setup
- Tool Selection and Optimization
- GD&T Interpretation
- Blueprint Reading
- Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Cutting Tool Applications
- Process Optimization
- Cycle Time Reduction
- Program Verification and Validation
- Precision Measurement Tools
- Calipers, Micrometers, and Gauges
- Quality Inspection Techniques
- Manufacturing Process Improvement
Work Environment
- Precision machining and manufacturing environment
- Collaborative setting involving machinists, engineers, and production personnel
- Fast-paced production environment focused on quality, accuracy, and efficiency
- Strong emphasis on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Requires attention to detail and adherence to strict manufacturing specifications and quality standards
- Supports production ranging from prototype development to high-volume manufacturing operations
Additional Information
- Opportunity to work on projects ranging from one-off prototypes to large-scale production runs
- Critical role supporting precision manufacturing operations and quality requirements
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvement, productivity enhancements, and manufacturing innovation
- Professional environment focused on reliability, traceability, quality, and operational excellence
About Us
AHU Technologies INC. is an IT consulting and permanent staffing firm that meets and exceeds the evolving IT service needs of leading corporations within the United States. We have been providing IT solutions to customers from different industry sectors, helping them control costs and release internal resources to focus on strategic issues.
AHU Technologies INC. was co-founded by visionary young techno-commercial entrepreneurs who remain as our principal consultants. Maintaining working relationships with a cadre of other highly skilled independent consultants, we have a growing number of resources available for development projects. We are currently working on Various projects such as media entertainment, ERP Solutions, data warehousing, Web Applications, Telecommunications and medical to our clients all over the world.