Senior CNC Swiss Programmer - Star SR Series

Join the Acero Precision Team

Acero Precision, located in West Chester, Pa, is an industry-leading Medical Device contract manufacturer producing high-precision engineered components for critical applications. We are seeking an experienced CNC Swiss Programmer with strong Swiss lathe programming and setup expertise to support complex medical manufacturing in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment.

Top-performing Swiss Programmers can achieve six-figure earnings through competitive hourly pay, overtime opportunities, and shift differentials.

Our Swiss machining environment includes advanced Star Swiss platforms such as:

• Star SR-10J
• Star SR-20J
• Star SR-20RIV (R4)
• Star SV-20

If you are passionate about precision manufacturing, process improvement, and advanced CNC programming, we invite you to join a company that values technical excellence, career growth, and long-term success.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 2nd Shift Differential: Additional 15%
• 3rd Shift Differential: Additional 30%
• Overtime opportunities available
• Weekend premium pay opportunities
• Relocation assistance packages are available
• Paid training on advanced CNC programming software and manufacturing technologies
• State-of-the-art climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Advanced Swiss turning and 5-axis machining environment
• Multiple health insurance plans, including no-cost HSA plan options for eligible employees
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• 100% paid uniforms
• 100 hours of PTO during the first year, with increases at defined service milestones
• 7 paid holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Coach Program access

Compensation:

• $35 – $45 per hour
• $95,000 – $120,000 salary

What You'll Do

• Create. modify, and optimize CNC programs for Swiss-style lathes using CAD/CAM software and macro programming when required
• Program, setup, and troubleshoot Star Swiss machines for production readiness
• Interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, surface finish requirements, and engineering revisions
• Develop manufacturing processes, tooling strategies, and setup documentation for precision medical components
• Lead machinists and support production teams to ensure low-error, on-time manufacturing performance
• Perform firs article inspections (FAIs) and validate machining processes
• Machine precision components from stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, plastics, and specialty alloys

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of CNC Swiss programming and setup experience in a production manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience programming and setting up Swiss-style lathes with Fanuc-based controls
• Strong experience with Star Swiss platforms or comparable Swiss Machines
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience with CAD/CAM software such as PartMaker, Mastercam, CAMWorks, or Solidworks CAM
• Strong understanding of cutting tools, feeds/speeds, workholding, and Swiss machining processes
• Ability to lead by example and support production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of inspection methods and quality control procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device, aerospace, or military manufacturing experience
• Experience with macro programming
• Experience with Partmaker software
• Experience with Mazatrol controls (plus)
• Process development or tooling design experience
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or manufacturing engineering education

Be the eyes of precision. Join a team where quality is more than a goal—it’s a way of life.

Apply today and help build something extraordinary with Acero Precision.

Acero Precision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Acero Precision does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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