Build mission-critical parts with us
Filger Manufacturing has delivered precision components to aerospace, medical, and space customers for 70+ years. We’re hiring a STAR Swiss Screw Machining Setup Technician to drive complex setups and production on Fanuc-based STAR equipment.
Why you’ll thrive here
- Own end-to-end execution: complex setup, first article, and full-run production
- Work to exacting tolerances—often to +/- .0002
- Make smart offsets and program changes to keep parts in control
- Program select new parts (roughly 5–10 annually) in Mastercam or similar
- Mentor operators and elevate process consistency across STAR machines
What you’ll tackle
- Set up and operate STAR Swiss CNC machines (Fanuc controls)
- Interpret blueprints, work instructions, and job travelers
- Inspect using micrometers, calipers, CMM equipment, gauges, and eye loupes
- Troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and quality issues
- Hit production goals while maintaining uncompromising quality
- Maintain a clean, organized workstation
Schedule
Start at 6:00 a.m.; overtime available based on workload.
What you bring
- 5+ years of CNC setup/operation experience
- Swiss-type experience with STAR, Citizen, Tsugami, or comparable platforms
- Strong Fanuc controls background
- Proven record producing tight-tolerance components
- Aerospace, medical, or other regulated precision-manufacturing experience
- Independent problem-solver across setup, tooling, offsets, programming, and quality
- CNC programming capability; Mastercam preferred but not required
- Expert blueprint reading and precision measurement
- Ability to train and support other operators
- Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work safely in a machine shop
You should be proficient in
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Aerospace Manufacturing
Machines & technologies you’ll use
Benefits
- Medical insurance after 60 days
- Dental and life insurance after 90 days
- 401(k), profit sharing, and a year-end bonus
Compliance
- Ability to pass a basic background check and employment-reference review
Be part of a stable, skilled team producing parts for aerospace, medical, and space programs.