CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Easton (MA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs (medical and dependent care)

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC is seeking a CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor for first shift. The role involves setting up and operating STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, editing FANUC programs, and ensuring quality through precise measurements and logs.

Join a long-standing, family-owned manufacturer with a culture focused on craftsmanship and people. The position offers clear growth opportunities, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive environment that values safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of prior experience operating, setting up, and editing programs for Swiss CNC lathes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required (completion of an accredited trade school program preferred).
• Strong blueprint reading, math aptitude, organization, time management, and basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Setup & Operation: Perform full setups and operate multiple STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, including loading raw stock, setting collets, guide bushings, and cutting tools from setup instructions.
• Programming & Editing: Make basic edits to FANUC CNC programs, perform live offsets, and execute tool changes while jobs are running.
• Quality Assurance: Read complex blueprints, inspect machined parts using standard inspection equipment, and accurately complete production and quality logs.
• Maintenance & Safety: Adhere strictly to ISO quality, ITAR, and safety procedures while performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and keeping your workstation clean and orderly.
• Teamwork & Versatility: Work cooperatively to meet production goals, assist in training less experienced operators, and run secondary equipment (manual/CNC lathes, mills, and surface grinders) as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

Organization

Time management

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor

Bring your experience. Build your future. Be part of a culture that cares about craftsmanship and people.

We are a family-owned manufacturer with over 60 years of history, offering a supportive, collaborative culture where great people can work and grow.

Position

• Pay Range: $30.00 – $35.00 / hour (Non-exempt, hourly)
• Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Primary Machines: STAR and Citizen brand Swiss-type lathes
• Controllers: FANUC
• Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Due to ITAR/Government regulations)

Benefits Package

• Excellent Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement programs to support your career growth.
• Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Core Responsibilities

• Setup & Operation: Perform full setups and operate multiple STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, including loading raw stock, setting collets, guide bushings, and cutting tools from setup instructions.
• Programming & Editing: Make basic edits to FANUC CNC programs, perform live offsets, and execute tool changes while jobs are running.
• Quality Assurance: Read complex blueprints, inspect machined parts using standard inspection equipment, and accurately complete production and quality logs.
• Maintenance & Safety: Adhere strictly to ISO quality, ITAR, and safety procedures while performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and keeping your workstation clean and orderly.
• Teamwork & Versatility: Work cooperatively to meet production goals, assist in training less experienced operators, and run secondary equipment (manual/CNC lathes, mills, and surface grinders) as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of prior experience operating, setting up, and editing programs for Swiss CNC lathes.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required (completion of an accredited trade school program preferred).
• Technical Skills: Strong blueprint reading, math aptitude, organization, time management, and basic computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs, and demonstrate the manual dexterity needed to grasp small parts.