Swiss CNC Optimization Programmer

Job Description

About the Company:

At Sure Fire, our mission is to build the best illumination tools, suppressors, and tactical products no matter the cost to enhance the safety and performance of those who go into harm's way on our behalf. We also provide these same, no-compromise products to our civilian customers who demand the ultimate in quality, innovation, and performance. We strive to continuously expand our business, product line, workforce, and expertise to preserve our place as the premier provider of these cutting-edge products.

To achieve this, we will continually expand the depth and quality of the Sure Fire brand by refining, expanding, and enhancing our product line, and always aspiring to improve our service and professional relationships. We nurture this culture of excellence in everything we do, and treat everyone we deal with employees, customers, and vendors in a fair and ethical manner.

We're proud of the quality we produce and the people who produce it, and we're looking for talented individuals who want to make a real impact.

About the Role:

The Swiss CNC Optimization Programmer plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and precision of CNC machining operations within the manufacturing environment. This position focuses on programming, optimizing, and troubleshooting Swiss-type CNC machines to produce high-quality, complex components with minimal waste and downtime. The role requires close collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure that machining processes meet stringent specifications and delivery schedules.

The programmer will analyze existing CNC programs and implement improvements to reduce cycle times and improve tool life. Ultimately, this role ensures that manufacturing operations achieve optimal productivity while maintaining the highest standards of product quality and consistency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and optimize CNC programs specifically for Swiss-type CNC machines to manufacture precision parts.
• Analyze and refine existing tooling to improve machining efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize tool wear.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to understand part specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Troubleshoot programming, bar feeder, and machining issues, providing timely solutions to minimize production delays.
• Maintain detailed documentation of CNC programs, tooling setups, and process changes for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct regular reviews of machining processes to identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements.
• Train and support machine operators on program changes and best practices to ensure consistent production quality.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude; cooperate with co-workers, management, internal and external customers, etc.
• Execute daily process improvement using lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Maintain work area by the use of 6S principles
• Work safely at all times and report any unsafe conditions or injuries to your supervisor or manager immediately
• Other duties, as assigned.

Competencies - To perform the job successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following: