Overview
Custom Components & Assemblies, Inc. is a growing precision job shop in Houston running 10 CNC machines (6 mills, 4 lathes).
We are hiring a Day Shift CNC Setup Machinist who can set up, run, and troubleshoot parts in a high-mix, fast-paced environment.
If you can walk up to a print, set the job up, dial it in, and keep it running — this is your shop.
⏱ Schedule
Monday – Friday (Day Shift)Overtime available depending on workload
Equipment You’ll Work With
6 CNC Mills (primarily Fanuc-style controls)4 CNC LathesJob shop environment (high-mix, low-to-mid volume work)This is important — we are not a production-only shop. Frequent setups are expected.
Key Responsibilities
Set up and operate CNC mills and lathesInterpret blueprints and GD&TSelect tooling, set offsets, fixtures, and prove out jobsHold tight tolerances (±.001 or better where required)Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gaugesTroubleshoot machining and tooling issuesMaintain efficiency across multiple setups
✅ Requirements
3+ years CNC machining experienceAbility to independently perform setupsStrong blueprint reading skillsExperience holding tight tolerancesComfortable in a job shop (changing setups regularly)
⭐ High-Value Candidates (What We’re Really Looking For)
Fanuc experienceCan jump between mills and lathesLight programming or G-code editing abilityStrong troubleshooting mindset (feeds/speeds/tool failure)
About the Shop
10 CNC machines (6 mills / 4 lathes)1 shift (day), tight team environmentSteady workload + growth potentialClean, organized operationCompany DescriptionWe specialize in providing precision CNC machining and certified welding of aluminum, carbon steels, alloy steels and exotics as well as mechanical assemblies. Established in 1994, we operate out of a 20,000 sq ft Air Conditioned facility based in Houston, Texas and manufacture highly engineered products supplying clients both domestic and international.