CNC Programmers for hire in Houston, TX
Find computer-numerical-control (CNC) programmers who create detailed machine instructions, set up CNC equipment and troubleshoot issues using skills in mathematics, mechanical understanding and programming languages such as G-code. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Houston, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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candidates
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Most popular skills
- CNC
- 7%
- CNC Programming
- 6%
- Communication Skills
- 5%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 63%
- Bachelor's degree
- 15%
- Associate's degree
- 10%
Years of experience
- 6-10 years
- 40%
- More than 10 years
- 40%
- Less than a year
- 20%
Current company
Baker Hughes Inc
- OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL
Time at current job
- 1-2 years
- 33%
- 2-5 years
- 33%
- Less than a year
- 17%
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Last updated: Nov 6, 2026
CNC Programmer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $85,612 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $64,236 – $114,102 yearly
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CNC Machinist
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
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Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCNCCNC MachiningMachiningCnc Lead
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipEditingCNC LatheTurningMachiningCNC lead /programmer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Machine OperationMachining EquipmentCNCMachiningCNC MachiningForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCNC Milling MachineMachiningMillingCNC Programmer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
CAM SoftwareSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsGibbsCAMCAM SoftwareMastercamCAM ProgrammingCNC Programmer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
CNC ProgrammingCNCCNC MachiningSkills
CNC ProgrammingG-CodeCNC G-Code ProgrammingCAD SoftwareCADCAM SoftwareCNC Programmer and Operator
Houston, Texas
Skills
Organizational SkillsMachiningCNCCNC MachiningCalipersMicrometer
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What's the average time to fill a CNC programmer role?
The average time to fill a CNC programmer role is 90 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do CNC programmers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a CNC programmer include: CNC, CNC programming and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for CNC programmers?
Common licenses or certifications for CNC programmers include: Driver's License, CNC and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to CNC programmers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to CNC programmers include: CNC programmer/machinist, CNC machinist and CNC lead.
What level of education is common for a CNC programmer?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a CNC programmer in Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a CNC programmer?
Most CNC programmers have 10 years of professional experience.
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