CNC Programmer - Temple, TX

💰 Pay & Schedule

• Pay: $35 – $42/hr (Based on Experience)
• Shift: 1st Shift – Monday to Friday (Overtime Available)
• Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

💰Benefits

✅ Attendance Bonus: $150/month
✅ Monthly Bonus
✅ 401(k) with Employer Match
✅ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (HSA option for high-deductible plans)
✅ Paid Holidays & PTO (1 week after year 1, 2 weeks after 2 years, plus 1 sick day)
✅ 4-Day Workweek (Mon–Thurs, 10-hour shifts)

🏢 About the Company

Join Texas Hydraulics Inc., an industry leader in precision hydraulic and mechanical component manufacturing. With over 50 years of engineering innovation and craftsmanship, we pride ourselves on our strong team culture, cutting-edge technology, and long-term employee growth. Our employees stay for years because they love what they do — building precision parts that power industries worldwide.

🔧 What You’ll Do

As a CNC Programmer I, you’ll play a key role in bringing designs to life by programming and optimizing CNC machines for production efficiency and precision.

Responsibilities include:

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs for horizontal lathes using CAD/CAM software.
• Model and verify toolpaths to ensure precision and efficiency.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to verify quality against design specs.
• Adjust cutting paths, feeds, and speeds to optimize performance.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, tooling challenges, and code errors.
• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and quality teams on prototype and production runs.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and best practices in CNC programming.
• Support capital improvement projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.

🧠 What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5 years as a CNC Programmer (Horizontal Lathe preferred)
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings
• Skilled in CNC machining, setups, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Proficient with CAD/CAM software (Esprit, AutoCAD, THICAM preferred)
• Familiarity with Fanuc or similar control systems
• Strong math and analytical skills (fractions, decimals, geometry, trigonometry)
• Knowledge of tooling applications and machining materials
• Positive, self-motivated attitude and ability to work independently
• Willing to work overtime or weekends when needed

⚙️ Equipment & Software

• Horizontal CNC Lathes
• CAD/CAM (Esprit, AutoCAD, THICAM)
• Fanuc Controls
• MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

🩺 Physical & Work Environment

• Moderate noise level; frequent exposure to moving machinery
• Regular standing, walking, and manual handling of materials (up to 25 lbs)
• Frequent use of precision measuring tools and computers

🎯 Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Long-standing, stable company with growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
• Continuous investment in new technologies and training
• High-quality standards and pride in craftsmanship