Job Description
Swiss CNC Programmer And Manufacturing Engineer
Our client specializes in the manufacture of complex, high-precision metal components within a technologically advanced production environment. Leveraging sophisticated automated machining systems and rigorous process controls, the organization delivers exceptional quality, accuracy, and consistency. This role works closely with engineering, tooling, and quality teams to optimize and sustain manufacturing processes that drive efficient, repeatable, and reliable production performance.
Job Description
- Lead and own Swiss machining process development from prototype through production release.
- Develop, validate, and optimize complex CNC programs for Swiss/Citizen, Tsugami, and Star machines.
- Establish standardized setup documentation, tooling libraries, and process parameters.
- Design and approve fixture, work holding, and cutting tool strategies.
- Perform root cause analysis for scrap, rework, and downtime; implement corrective actions.
- Support quoting by developing cycle times and manufacturing process strategies.
- Conduct process capability studies (Cp/Cpk) and support FAI validation activities.
- Drive Lean initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, OEE improvement, and tool life optimization.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to programmers, setup personnel, and junior engineers
- Evaluate capital equipment and tooling investments to improve productivity and capacity.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
- 7+ years of progressive Swiss CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience.
- Advanced CAM proficiency (Mastercam, Esprit, or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Ability to maintain tight tolerances (±0.0001 or better).
- Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, control plans, and AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- Experience in aerospace, medical, or high-precision manufacturing environments preferred.
- Sponsorship not provided
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) matching
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Dental & Vision insurance paid for by employer
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Bensenville
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant name: Ryan Prochko
Job Reference: JN-072026-7071113
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Bensenville, Illinois |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $100,000–$120,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
Skills
- AS 9100unmatched
- Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
- CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
- Capital Equipmentunmatched
- Computer Programmingunmatched
- Corrective Actionunmatched
- Cutting Toolsunmatched
- Dental Insuranceunmatched
- Documentation Standardsunmatched
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
- Engineeringunmatched
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
- ISO 9001unmatched
- Machine Toolunmatched
- Machiningunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
- Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Microsoft Officeunmatched
- Process Capabilityunmatched
- Process Control Engineeringunmatched
- Process Developmentunmatched
- Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)unmatched
- Production Systemsunmatched
- Productivity Managementunmatched
- Prototypingunmatched
- Regulatory Complianceunmatched
- Root Cause Analysisunmatched
- Technical Leadershipunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- Vision Planunmatched
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