CNC Programmer; swiss

LARC Staffing, with more than 28 years of experience recruiting in high tech, has a passion for sourcing, recruiting, and matching people with companies everywhere. The clients I hire for are among the best in the world at what they do. I am honored to work with them and with the people who make them so successful!

My client is a global leader in high‑precision manufacturing, partnering with the world’s most innovative medical device and aerospace brands to create life‑changing technologies. With a reputation for tackling the "impossible" parts others won't touch, they offer a culture of technical mastery and long‑term career stability.

Seeking a Lead Swiss CNC Programmer | Wilmington, MA

I am currently searching for a Lead Swiss CNC Programmer to join a stable, high‑performing team in Wilmington, MA. This is a technical leadership role focused on precision and programming, not people management.

If you are looking for a role that rewards expertise with top‑tier compensation and a flexible schedule, this is it.

Compensation: Up to $54/hour depending on experience.

Overtime: Unlimited availability, including double time on Sundays.

Time Off: 3 weeks PTO to start.

Benefits: Comprehensive package with a matching 401(k) plan.

The Full‑Time CNC Machinist IV produces machined parts by operating, setting up, and programming computer numerical control (CNC) Swiss machines.

• Operate, set up, and program CNC Swiss machines within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings.
• Propose new production setups and change offsets/tooling in machines as part of the new setup.
• Perform difficult CNC machinist work, including progressive machining of a variety of parts and different metals, where very close tolerances must be maintained.
• Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications.
• Troubleshoot and solve CNC programs and processes.
• Improve and produce work instructions.
• Redesign fixtures to increase quality standards and productivity.
• Subject Matter Expert within field (e.g., Lead in Training, Programming, etc.).
• Change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear.
• Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator‑owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements, including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting readings.
• Propose adjusted speeds and feeds for different machining requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance as per the daily machine checklist and adhere to the preventive maintenance (PM) schedule.
• Perform hand finishing.
• Always follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP), including completion of job routers/cards.
• Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues.
• Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity.

• Record all activities promptly on the job tracking system.
• Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities.
• Identify and elevate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required.
• Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor.

Credentials/

Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 8+ years CNC Swiss Machining experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate, set up, and maintain a CNC Swiss Machine.
• Ability to run multiple CNC Machines.
• Ability to set up, adjust offsets, and operate and run development and production jobs.
• Ability to program with some level of supervision.
• Solid necessary math skills, including measuring and keeping count records.
• Effective at planning, prioritizing, and organizing tasks and activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales.
• Able to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions.
• Proven record of quality, on‑time production runs.
• Demonstrable commitment to safety always.
• Attention…