Aerospace Swiss Lathe Programmer–Setter

Based in Bloomington, MN, Nelson Numeric (a Sussek Machine Company) is searching for a seasoned professional to run with our Weekend Shift on multi-axis Swiss equipment. Love decoding complex prints, tweaking G & M code, and squeezing microns out of exotic alloys? Read on.

Is this you?

• Can you independently set up and operate Swiss-type lathes with live tooling?
• Do you enjoy proving out new programs and optimizing feeds/speeds on tricky materials?
• Are SPC charts, CMM reports, and GD&T callouts your everyday language?
• Do you take pride in mentoring others through changeovers and process improvements?

What you’ll do

• End-to-end Swiss ownership: Set up, adjust, and operate multi-axis Swiss machines to achieve quality and throughput goals.
• Programming + editing: Read, interpret, and edit multi-axis CNC code; dial in feeds and speeds for exotic alloys; participate in pre-production and program prove-outs.
• Tooling + maintenance: Pre-set tooling, manage wear offsets, replace tools as needed, and perform daily machine upkeep.
• Quality + documentation: Collect and input SPC data using comparators, CMMs, Trimos, and precision gauges; maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Team enablement: Assist process development and provide training/support to fellow operators.

What you need to succeed

• Experience: 5+ years in CNC machining with emphasis on Swiss turning.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; 2-year Machining Technology degree or CNC trade school preferred.
• Technical toolkit: Fluent in G & M codes; advanced blueprint reading; machinist math; solid grasp of GD&T.
• Physical capability: Stand for full shifts; lift and carry up to 70 lbs.

Core strengths

• GD&T interpretation
• CNC tooling and preset
• Troubleshooting skills
• Setup and changeover on CNC equipment
• Aerospace manufacturing standards
• Efficient production-run setups

Machines you’ll run

• Tsugami CNC Swiss Lathe (multi-axis)

Weekend shift perks

• 12% shift premium
• Work 36 hours across 3 days and be paid for 40 hours when all 3 are worked
• Paid lunch