Cnc Programmer Iii - Mill-Turn & Swiss Machining

Location
:
Naples, Florida

Department
:
Manufacturing

Employment Type
:
Full-Time

Reports To
: VP of Manufacturing

Compensation
:
Based on experience

• Program, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC mill-turn and Swiss machining centers.
• Support Miyano multi‑tasking lathes and Tsugami Swiss‑type CNC machines.
• Develop efficient machining strategies for complex precision components.
• Create, prove out, and optimize CNC programs for production stability, quality, and repeatability.
• Support machine setups, first‑piece development, production launches, and process troubleshooting.
• Improve cycle times, tooling strategies, tool life, and machine utilization.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, tool lists, process notes, and standard work instructions.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, offsets, chatter, surface finish, dimensional variation, and machine performance.
• Work with Quality to resolve dimensional issues, nonconformances, and process‑related concerns.
• Mentor setup technicians, machinists, and operators through hands‑on technical guidance.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Product Management.
• Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and process optimization initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone who leads through technical skill, hands‑on execution, problem‑solving, and mentorship — not through formal supervisory authority.

• Minimum of 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a precision machining environment.
• Advanced hands‑on experience with mill‑turn and Swiss‑style CNC machining.
• Strong experience with Miyano mill‑turn platforms.
• Strong experience with Tsugami Swiss machines.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • G‑code programming
  • Live tooling
  • Sub‑spindles
  • Y‑axis machining
  • Multi‑axis machining
  • Tool offsets
  • Feeds and speeds
  • Tooling selection
  • Cycle‑time optimization
• Ability to independently program, set up, prove out, troubleshoot, and optimize complex CNC jobs.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, technical drawings, tight tolerances, and precision inspection requirements.
• Experience supporting high‑volume or repeat production machining.
• Ability to troubleshoot dimensional issues, tooling problems, surface finish concerns, chatter, tool wear, and process instability.
• Ability to create accurate setup documentation and process instructions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Ability to mentor and support machinists and setup technicians without direct supervisory responsibility.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, firearms, medical device, or other high‑precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience in contract manufacturing or high‑mix production environments.
• Experience with lights‑out machining, automation, bar‑fed production, and unattended machining.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience supporting first article inspections, new product launches, and process validation.
• Experience working with tooling vendors to test and improve tool performance.
• Knowledge of advanced cutting strategies and tool life management.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical expert who leads through skill, execution, and mentorship. This person is comfortable working directly on the shop floor, supporting complex setups, solving machining problems, and helping others improve.

The right candidate will be:

• Hands‑on and floor‑focused.
• Highly skilled in advanced CNC programming.
• Experienced with Swiss and mill‑turn machining.
• Calm under pressure.
• Process‑driven and detail‑oriented.
• Strong at troubleshooting and root‑cause problem solving.
• Comfortable mentoring others without acting as their supervisor.
• Focused on improving productivity, quality, machine utilization, and operational excellence.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunity to work in a modern, advanced CNC manufacturing environment.
• Long‑term career opportunity with a growing precision manufacturing company.
• Opportunity to directly impact production performance, process improvement, and manufacturing excellence.

This is not a desk‑only programming position, and it is not a management role. We are looking for someone who wants to be deeply involved in programming, troubleshooting, setup support, process improvement, and technical development on the shop floor.