Swiss Programmer/Machinist - Direct Hire

Burnsville, MN

Currently looking for a skilled individual to fill a Direct Hire Swiss Programmer/Machinist position with a company in Burnsville, MN. Interested candidates should have 5+ years of Swiss CNC Programming experience, be proficient in Esprit (CAD/CAM) and be able to work independently.

Swiss Programmer/Machinist Job Description:

  • Plan and schedule processes of machining to create/maintain inventory of medical implants and surgical instruments on Swiss Lathe - Citizen L32-XII.
  • Maintain organization and documents for production records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices, FDA 21 CFR and ISO 13485 guidelines. (Programs, Tool Set-Up, etc.)
  • Plan required materials, tooling and resources to maintain production schedule.
  • Create process plan from engineering drawings, program, set-up and operate Swiss lathe with bar feeder.
  • Program, Set-up and operate CNC Swiss Lathe and other equipment.
  • Maintain inventory of tooling and work holding.
  • Collect and analyze data to improve efficiency and discover system improvements.
  • Manufacture parts to comply with established quality/inspection standards.
  • Maintain safe operations of facility by administering safety procedures and regulations.
  • Collaborate with Quality and Engineering departments to drive process improvements.
  • Maintain equipment maintenance logs.
  • Complete records in conformance with Good Documentation Practices and QMS processes to record inspections, shipping and receiving.
  • Interpret GD&T on engineering drawings.
  • CNC Programming and Set-up of Swiss Lathe (Citizen L32 Type 12)
  • Perform in process inspections.
Swiss Programmer/Machinist Job Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience as a Lead in Swiss CNC Programming.
  • 3+ years of experience using Esprit.
  • Associates degree in Machine Tool Programming [or work history equivalent].
  • Ability to effectively communicate and work efficiently with peers.
  • The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted.
  • Esprit, SolidWorks, Google Suite and Microsoft Office / Excel proficiency.


The starting salary for the Swiss Programmer/Machinist position is $95K-$105K annually.