Swiss Lathe Programmer

A high-precision CNC machine shop on Colorado’s Front Range is seeking an experienced a Swiss Machine or Multi-Axis Lathe Programmer to support continued growth and increasingly complex work. This shop is known for its commitment to quality, process improvement, and long-term customer partnerships. If you take pride in precision machining and enjoy owning your programs and processes, this role offers a strong technical environment and long-term stability.

• Program and optimize Swiss machines and multi-axis CNC lathes
• Develop complete machining processes from prints and/or solid models
• Create efficient tooling strategies and work holding solutions
• Support setups, first articles, and on-machine troubleshooting
• Maintain tight tolerances and consistent quality standards
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to improve cycle times and repeatability
• Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives

• 3+ years of Swiss and/or multi-axis lathe programming experience
• Independent full program writing in Mastercam or Esprit
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T comprehension
• Hands‑on experience supporting machining processes at the machine
• High attention to detail and a quality‑driven mindset

• Live tooling and sub‑spindle experience
• High‑mix / low‑volume or complex part environments
• ISO or quality‑focused shop background

$40–$50 per hour based on experience

Stable, well‑run shop with a strong reputation for ethics and quality

Opportunity to influence programming standards and machining processes