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Odessa Separator Inc · 21 hours ago

Senior CNC Programmer

Midland-Odessa Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Odessa Separator Inc is seeking a highly skilled CNC Programmer responsible for programming, optimizing, and supporting production across a diverse fleet of CNC lathes, mills, and multi-axis machining centers. The role involves developing and optimizing CNC programs, managing DNC systems, and collaborating with machinists to improve production processes.

Chemical EngineeringEnergyOil and Gas

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

César H. Trujillo Cerquera

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for turning, milling, and mill-turn operations

Program and synchronize multi-axis machines including live tooling, Y-axis, C-axis, and sub-spindles

Create programs using CAM software including Fusion 360 (and other CAM platforms as applicable)

Write, edit, and troubleshoot G-code directly at the machine control

Actively optimize cycle times, toolpaths, tool life, and machine utilization

Standardize programming methods and best practices across machines and controls

Manage and support DNC systems for program storage, transfer, revision control, and traceability

Maintain organized, version-controlled program libraries

Ensure correct programs and revisions are deployed to the shop floor

Support communication between CAM, control, and machine networks

Work directly with machinists during setup, prove-out, and production

Incorporate machinist feedback into program improvements and process refinements

Support first-article inspections and production launches

Specify tooling, fixturing, and cutting strategies appropriate to material and machine capability

Troubleshoot issues related to tooling, workholding, material behavior, or programming

Create and maintain setup sheets, tooling lists, and process documentation

Support GD&T interpretation and inspection strategy alignment

Maintain clear program notes and operator-facing documentation

Identify opportunities to improve throughput, OEE, and cost per part

Reduce scrap, rework, and setup time through disciplined process improvement

Support lean manufacturing and standard work initiatives

Assist with new equipment integration and process capability development

Qualification

CNC programmingFusion 360Multi-OEM controlsLive toolingMill-turn programmingG-code literacyLean/Six SigmaMechanical EngineeringProduction-focused mindset

Required

Strong proficiency in CNC turning and milling

Proven experience with live tooling, Y-axis, C-axis, and sub-spindles

Mill-turn programming and synchronization

Multi-OEM control environments (Haas, Fanuc, Mazatrol)

Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T

Solid understanding of feeds, speeds, chip control, tool wear, and thermal effects

Experience with Fusion 360 CAM

Strong G-code literacy and troubleshooting capability

Comfortable working with both modern and legacy CNC controls

Hands-on, production-focused mindset

Comfortable spending time on the shop floor supporting machinists

Able to diagnose and correct real-world machining problems—not just theoretical ones

Preferred

7+ years CNC programming experience in a high-mix or complex machining environment

Direct experience programming Mazak Integrex and Mori Seiki mill-turn platforms

Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering background

Experience supporting bar-fed and lights-out operations

Lean / Six Sigma experience a plus

Company

Odessa Separator Inc

Odessa Separator Inc.

Founded in 1995

Odessa, Texas, USA

11-50 employees

https://odessaseparator.com

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