CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor

Markent Personnel; North Easton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

FSAs

Job summary

Markent Personnel is seeking a skilled CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor to join our manufacturing team in Massachusetts. The role focuses on operating STAR and Citizen Swiss lathes, editing FANUC programs, and maintaining quality logs.

You will load stock, set tooling, run inspections, and support safety and ISO/ITAR procedures while helping train junior operators. 1st shift, with pay $30-$35 per hour; non-exempt, full-time.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience operating, setting up, and editing Swiss CNC lathes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; trade school preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading, math aptitude, and basic computer literacy.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, load stock, set tools.
• Make basic edits to FANUC CNC programs and perform live offsets.
• Inspect parts and document production and quality logs.
• Maintain ISO/ITAR safety procedures and keep workspace clean.
• Assist training of junior operators and run secondary equipment as needed.

Skills

Swiss CNC lathe operation

Program editing

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

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.