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