Swiss CNC Setup Programmer (Tsugami / Star / PartMaker)

Rapido Talent; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly incentive bonus

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Tool purchase assistance

Job summary

Rapido Talent is seeking an experienced Swiss CNC Setup Programmer in Delavan, Wisconsin. This on-site role requires strong troubleshooting, programming, and setup skills, focusing on both programming and hands-on machining support.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with Swiss CNC machining and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage with benefits like paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Swiss CNC machining experience required.
• Strong setup and CNC programming experience necessary.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set up and program Swiss CNC machines.
• Troubleshoot machining and production issues.
• Train and mentor machine operators.

Skills

Swiss CNC machining experience

Setup experience

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting skills

Inspection of precision components

Tools

Fanuc Controls

PartMaker CAM

SolidWorks

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Rapido Talent (Confidential Manufacturing Client)

Location: Delavan, Wisconsin (On-site)

Job Type: Full-Time (Part-time considered for exceptional candidates)

Pay: $30–$45 per hour (based on experience)

Shift Options:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday | 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
• Shift premium available for 2nd shift
• Typical 4x10 schedule with overtime available

Experience: 5+ years preferred (10+ years ideal)

Help Build One of Wisconsin's Growing Swiss Machining Teams

Rapido Talent is partnering confidentially with a growing precision manufacturer in southeastern Wisconsin that continues to invest in new equipment, talented machinists, and long‑term growth.

This position exists because production continues to expand, creating an opportunity for an experienced Swiss CNC Setup Programmer who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and making a real impact on the shop floor.

If you are a machinist who likes wearing multiple hats—not just programming from behind a desk—you will fit in well here.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will be responsible for both programming and hands‑on machining support.

Your day may include:

• Setting up and programming Swiss CNC machines
• Developing and editing CNC programs using PartMaker CAM
• Selecting tooling, setting offsets, and optimizing cycle times
• Troubleshooting machining and production issues
• Improving setup efficiency and repeatability
• Supporting process improvement initiatives
• Training and mentoring machine operators
• Reading blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings
• Performing first‑piece and in‑process inspections
• Working closely with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturing performance

Machines, Controls & Software

You will work with modern Swiss machining equipment including:

Machines

• Tsugami Swiss CNC Machines
• Star Swiss CNC Machines
• Tornos Swiss Machines

Controls

• Fanuc Controls

CAM Software

• PartMaker (preferred)

Additional Software

• SolidWorks (nice to have)

Inspection Equipment

• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Optical Comparators
• Precision measuring equipment

What We're Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of Swiss CNC machining experience
• Strong setup experience
• CNC programming experience
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T
• Experience selecting tooling and setting offsets
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to inspect precision components
• Comfortable working independently while supporting the broader team

Preferred

• 10+ years of Swiss machining experience
• Experience with Tsugami or Star machines
• Fanuc controls experience
• PartMaker CAM programming
• SolidWorks experience
• Experience mentoring operators
• Continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing experience

Why Machinists Like Working Here

This manufacturer is focused on building a long‑term team—not simply filling positions.

Machinists appreciate:

• Modern Swiss machining equipment
• Quarterly incentive bonus program
• Sign‑on bonus available
• Weekly pay
• 4‑day workweek (4x10 schedule)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tool purchase assistance
• Safety reimbursement programs
• PTO starting immediately
• Paid holidays
• Leadership that stays involved on the shop floor
• Real opportunities to grow into larger technical and leadership roles

The culture rewards people who are humble, accountable, mechanically curious, and willing to jump in wherever they’re needed.

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay

$30–$45 per hour (DOE)

Additional compensation may include:

• Sign‑on bonus
• Quarterly incentive bonus
• Shift premium for 2nd shift
• Overtime opportunities

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid Time Off beginning upon hire
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing technical training
• Tool purchase assistance
• Safety reimbursement programs
• Long‑term advancement opportunities

Schedule

1st Shift Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM–3:00 PM

2nd Shift Monday–Thursday 3:00 PM–1:00 AM

• 4x10 schedule
• Overtime available based on production demand

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Swiss CNC machinist who enjoys programming, setup, troubleshooting, and improving machining processes, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through hireCNC to learn more about this confidential opportunity.