CNC Mill Operator

Houston · On-site$16 – $18

About this role

Benefits:
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources
JOB DESCRIPTION – CNC Mill Operator (Training Provided)

About FERPA Precision Machine
Founded in 1990, FERPA Precision Machine, Inc. is a family-owned precision machining company with over 35 years of manufacturing excellence. We produce precision components for the aerospace, space, industrial, and energy industries using state-of-the-art CNC equipment in a clean, air-conditioned facility.

As our milling department continues to grow, we're looking for motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career in manufacturing. No machining experience? No problem—we're looking for attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. We'll teach you the rest.

Position Summary
As a CNC Mill Operator, you'll be responsible for operating CNC milling machines that have been set up by our experienced machinists. You'll inspect parts, monitor machine performance, and ensure quality standards are met while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in advanced manufacturing. Our goal is to develop entry-level operators into skilled setup machinists and, eventually, CNC programmers for those who demonstrate the desire and ability to grow.

Responsibilities
· Load and unload material into CNC milling machines.
· Start and monitor machine cycles.
· Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges (training provided).
· Follow work instructions and setup sheets.
· Replace cutting tools as instructed.
· Deburr and clean machined parts.
· Keep machines supplied with material.
· Report machine alarms or quality concerns to supervisors.
· Maintain a clean and organized work area.
· Follow all company safety procedures.
· Assist with other production tasks as needed.

Job Requirements / Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED preferred.
· Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
· This position requires U.S. Person status as defined under applicable ITAR regulations.

No CNC experience? No problem!
If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, a great work ethic, and are eager to learn, we’ll provide the training you need to succeed!

Many of our machinists started as operators. As you gain experience, you'll have opportunities to learn machine setups, blueprint reading, quality inspection, and CNC programming through hands-on training and mentorship.

What You'll Learn
· CNC machine setup
· Blueprint reading
· Precision measuring tools
· Quality inspection
· Tool offsets and wear adjustments
· Basic G-code concepts
· Mastercam programming
· Multi-axis CNC machining

Skills We're Looking For
· Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dependable attendance
· Team-oriented mindset
· Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused, organized, and follow detailed instructions
· Mechanical aptitude and comfort using basic hand tools
· Interest in learning and building a long-term career in manufacturing
· Previous manufacturing or machine shop experience is helpful but not required
Why Work at FERPA?
· Family-owned company with over 35 years of success
· Weekly pay
· Direct hire, full-time position
· Clean, climate-controlled shop
· Modern CNC equipment
· Growing aerospace and precision manufacturing company
· On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities
· Opportunity to learn highly valuable machining skills

Company at a glance

FERPA Precision Machine Inc. was founded in 1990 in Houston, Texas, built on hands-on machining expertise and a commitment to doing things the right way. In its early years, the company operated primarily as a contract manufacturer for sealing companies, producing precision-machined backup rings from high-performance thermoplastics such as PEEK. Through consistent quality, reliability, and responsiveness, FERPA quickly became a trusted manufacturing partner.

As customer needs evolved, so did FERPA. What began as a focused operation supporting sealing manufacturers expanded into the production of small- to medium-sized precision components ranging from simple features to complex geometries. While high-performance plastics remain a core strength, the company has grown to include precision metal machining, broadening its capabilities to support increasingly demanding and diverse applications.
In 2005, FERPA relocated to its current Houston facility to accommodate continued growth. The facility has expanded multiple times since, reflecting sustained investment in capacity, advanced technology, and long-term operational stability.

Today, FERPA Precision Machine operates as an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016-certified, second-generation, family-owned precision component manufacturer serving energy, industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. With deep expertise in engineered plastics and metals, FERPA integrates in-house manufacturing capabilities with a trusted vendor network to deliver reliable, scalable, turnkey solutions, while remaining grounded in the practical mindset and long-term customer relationships that have defined the company since its founding.

Founded1989
Team Size11-50 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Location
Harris County, Texas, United States
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Top Benefits

  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources

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