CNC Swiss Programmer / Setup Machinist

Hudson Manpower • West Chester, PA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced CNC Swiss Programmer / Setup Machinist to program, set up, operate, and optimize Star Swiss-type CNC lathes used to manufacture high-precision medical device components. The role involves developing and improving machining processes for tight-tolerance components, creating and optimizing CNC programs, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting machinists and production teams. The machinist will work with stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, plastics, and specialty alloys while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and compliance with manufacturing quality requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of CNC Swiss programming and setup experience.
• Hands-on experience programming Swiss-style CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
• Experience with Star Swiss machines or comparable Swiss CNC platforms.
• Strong blueprint-reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience with PartMaker, Mastercam, CAMWorks, or similar CAD/CAM software.
• Strong understanding of tooling selection, feeds, speeds, and Swiss machining processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining problems and optimize machine performance.
• Knowledge of precision measurement, quality inspection, and process validation.
• Ability to support production teams and independently manage machine setup and programming tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical device, aerospace, or military/defense manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PartMaker, macro programming, process development, and tooling design.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, operate, and optimize Star Swiss CNC lathes, including Star SR-20J, SR-20RIV (Ra), and SV-20.
• Develop and improve machining processes for tight-tolerance precision components.
• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using CAD/CAM software.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, reduce cycle times, and improve production efficiency.
• Select appropriate tooling and establish cutting parameters, feeds, and speeds.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Support machinists and production teams during machine setup and production runs.
• Perform first-article inspections and process verification to ensure quality standards.
• Machine components using stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, plastics, and specialty alloys.
• Maintain machining accuracy, process consistency, and compliance with manufacturing quality requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed