CNC Swiss Programmer / Setup Machinist

## Overview We are seeking an experienced CNC Swiss Programmer to program, setup, and optimize Star Swiss lathes producing high-precision medical device components. If you have experience developing processes, programming Swiss machines, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting machinists in a precision manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

Machines: Star SR-20J, Star SR-20RIV (Ra), Star SV-20

## What You'll Do:

• Program, setup, and optimize Star Swiss lathes for production
• Develop manufacturing processes for tight-tolerance medical device components
• Create and modify CNC programs using CAD/CAM software
• Troubleshoot machining issues and improve cycle times
• Select tooling, establish cutting parameters, and optimize machine performance
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings
• Support machinists and production personnel during setup and production runs
• Validate processes through first article inspections and process verification
• Machine precision components from stainless, titanium, aluminum, plastics, and specialty alloys

## Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of CNC Swiss programming and setup experience
• Experience programming Swiss-style lathes with Fanuc controls
• Experience with Star Swiss machines or comparable Swiss platforms
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T skills
• Experience with PartMaker, Mastercam, CAMWorks, or similar CAD/CAM software
• Strong knowledge of tooling, feeds, speeds, and Swiss machining processes
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve machining performance
• Strong understanding of quality inspection methods

## Preferred Experience:

• Medical device manufacturing
• Aerospace manufacturing
• Military/defense manufacturing
• PartMaker software
• Macro programming
• Process development
• Tooling design