About the role
For more than 70 years, Filger Manufacturing has supplied precision parts to aerospace, medical, and space programs. We’re adding a seasoned Swiss-Type CNC Setup Lead to own complex setups and production on STAR Swiss screw machines running Fanuc controls.
Your day starts at 6:00 a.m. You’ll plan tooling, complete intricate machine setups, dial in first articles to +/- .0002, and move seamlessly into steady production—making offsets and smart program tweaks to keep quality and throughput in harmony. Overtime is available depending on workload.
A day in the life
- Study blueprints, work instructions, and job travelers to plan tooling and process flow
- Independently perform complex setups on STAR Swiss CNC machines with Fanuc controls
- Produce tight-tolerance components—down to +/- .0002 for demanding aerospace work
- Take each job from setup and first article through full production runs
- Apply offsets and minor program edits as conditions change
- Occasionally program new parts (about 5–10 per year) using Mastercam or similar CAM
- Inspect with micrometers, calipers, CMM equipment, gauges, and eye loupes
- Troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and quality issues to root cause
- Coach and support operators on STAR cells; help standardize best practices
- Meet production goals without compromising quality; maintain a clean, organized area
Background we’re seeking
- 5+ years of CNC setup and operation
- Hands-on experience with Swiss-type CNC (STAR, Citizen, Tsugami, or comparable)
- Depth with Fanuc controls and complex setups for tight-tolerance parts
- Experience in aerospace, medical, or similarly regulated precision manufacturing
- Ability to independently identify and correct setup, tooling, offset, programming, and quality issues
- CNC programming capability; Mastercam preferred (not required)
- Strong blueprint-reading and precision-measurement skills
- Skilled at training/mentoring other operators
- Can lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and follow machine-shop safety practices
Tools and tech
- Inspection: micrometers, calipers, CMM equipment, gauges, eye loupes
- Primary platform: STAR Swiss screw machine (Fanuc)
- CAM: Mastercam or comparable software
Proficiencies
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Aerospace Manufacturing
Schedule and pay dynamics
Shift begins at 6:00 a.m.; overtime opportunities vary with demand.
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
Join a stable, highly skilled team building critical components for aerospace, medical, and space applications.