Swiss Programmer

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a growing defense contractor located in North Wales, PA, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility dedicated to producing quality products for the U.S. Department of Defense and various U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. As an innovative company offering a wide array of products, we strive to continuously develop new technology and drive process improvement.

Position Summary

As a CNC Swiss Lathe programmer, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting technical blueprints, inputting the design specifications, adjusting the machine cutting paths, and performing quality checks on the final product. You will also be required to setup the machines and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the manufacturing process. To ensure success as a CNC Swiss Lathe Programmer, you should have extensive experience working in manufacturing, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities :

• Analyzes drawings, models, and design data of part to determine best practices for selection of tool path, cutting tools and associated speed and feed data, according to knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities
• Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures, and outlines sequence of operations required to machine part using Partmaker/NX software
• Determine zero offset positions at machine for programs
• Set all tooling in machine
• Writes instruction sheets and tool lists to guide setup and continued operation of machine
• Compares computer printout with original program sheet to assure accuracy of machine instructions
• Changes program to eliminate instruction errors or omissions
• Observes operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions
• Ensures first article and first piece submissions are correct by working with quality team
• Assist with development of senior operators and setup technicians

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Minimum of three years of CNC programming experience.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may require the following over extended periods of time up to a full 8-hour work shift (excluding lunch and breaks): stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds, view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for detailed assembly and precision work. Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities but are always subject to safety concerns for the employee and all team members.  Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter.  Any assessment will be performed by a third party vendor and will be reported on a pass/fail basis with no other medical information conveyed to employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management may modify or assign other responsibilities as needed.