Precision Swiss CNC Programmer - Tight-Tolerance Specialist

Schivo Medical; Waterford; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Schivo Medical in Ireland is seeking an experienced Swiss CNC Programmer to develop, test, and optimise programs for Swiss-type machines used in precision component manufacture. You will set up, prove out, and validate processes while interpreting complex CAD drawings to ensure tight tolerances across metals and polymers.

Experience with Citizen, Traub, Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls is essential, plus strong GD&T and problem-solving skills to maintain quality and productivity in a GMP

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or equivalent experience in Precision Swiss Machining or related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Swiss CNC Programmer in high-precision manufacturing (medical device experience preferred).
• Extensive experience programming and setting Swiss-type CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and optimise CNC programs for Swiss-type CNC machines to produce precision components.
• Perform machine setups, prove-outs, and process validation for new and existing products.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to generate accurate machining processes.
• Select cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and strategies for metals and polymers.
• Support production by troubleshooting machining, tooling, and process issues.
• Continuously improve machining strategies to reduce cycle times and improve surface finish.

Skills

Swiss CNC Programming

CNC Machine Setup

Process Optimisation

Measurement & GD&T

Tooling Selection

Education

Technical qualification or equivalent in Precision Swiss Machining

Tools

Citizen L/M-Series

Traub Series

Fanuc Controls

Mitsubishi Controls

Traub TX8i Controls

Job description

Schivo Medical in Ireland is seeking an experienced Swiss CNC Programmer to develop, test, and optimise programs for Swiss-type machines used in precision component manufacture. You will set up, prove out, and validate processes while interpreting complex CAD drawings to ensure tight tolerances across metals and polymers.

Experience with Citizen, Traub, Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls is essential, plus strong GD&T and problem-solving skills to maintain quality and productivity in a GMP