Swiss-Type CNC Turner / Setter Programmer

HR Duo; Galway; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Caragh Precision is seeking a skilled CNC turning operator to program, set up and run Swiss-type machines on-site in an established manufacturing environment. You will read engineering drawings, select appropriate tooling, and perform first-off set-ups and in-process checks to ensure parts meet exact tolerances.

The role requires precision measuring experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Swiss-type CNC turning and programming experience required.
• Able to read engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment.
• Trade or technical qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and run Swiss-type CNC turning machines.
• Read drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Select, install and verify cutting tools, fixtures, and machining parameters.
• Complete machine changeovers and first-off set-ups, ensuring parts meet specs.
• Carry out in-process checks and record results on required documentation.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality, escalate non-conformances.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining quality and safety.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement of Swiss turning processes.
• Maintain machines, tooling and work area in a safe, clean condition.
• Support and train CNC operators as required.
• Comply with all company policies and safety requirements.

Skills

Swiss-type CNC turning

Machine setting

Programming experience

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Trade/Technical qualification

Tools

Measuring instruments

CNC programming software

Job description

Caragh Precision

Permanent (Full-Time) Bldg 3 On-site

Company Information and Introduction

Caragh Precision are leaders in the Manufacture of Precision Engineered Products for the Medical Device Industry, specialising in Orthopaedics, Structured Heart and Vascular Access Products. We work closely with Medical Device Manufacturers assisting in all stages of the product lifecycle from concept realisation to volume Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Program, set up and runSwiss-type CNC turningmachines in line with approved manufacturing instructions and production schedules.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection requirements.

Select, install and verify cutting tools, fixtures, workholding and machining parameters appropriate to the operation.

Complete machine changeovers and first-off set-ups, confirming that parts meet specified dimensional and visual requirements before production proceeds.

Carry out in-process checks using approved measuring and gauging equipment and accurately record results on the required documentation and systems.

Monitor machine performance and product quality, identify deviations, make permitted adjustments, and escalate non-conformances or complex problems promptly.

Achieve agreed daily and weekly production targets while maintaining quality, traceability and compliance requirements.

Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities relating toSwiss turning processes, tooling, cycle time, scrap and downtime.

Maintain machines, tooling, fixtures and the work area in a safe, clean and organised condition, and report maintenance requirements or equipment issues.

Support and train CNC operators in routine machine operation, set-up activities, inspection requirements, and documented procedures where required.

Comply with all company policies, environmental, quality, health and safety requirements at all times.

Key Skills and Competencies

Swiss-type CNCturning, machine setting and programming experience are essential.

Ability to read engineering drawings and understand dimensional tolerances and specifications.

Practical experience using precision measuring and gauging equipment.

Accuracy, strong attention to detail, and mechanical aptitude.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Relevant trade, technical or third-level qualification, or equivalent practical experience, desirable.