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Senior Swiss Turning Setup Expert — Fanuc Controls Filger CNC Machining San Clemente, CA Job Details $35 - $55 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Machine setup Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Equipment setup (production tasks) Maintaining an organized workspace Blueprint specification interpretation Safety protocol adherence Tooling Machine troubleshooting Managing production or assembly teams Machining tool setup Equipment troubleshooting First article inspection CAM software Dimensional measurements CNC quality inspection Quality issues Precision measurement in machining Mentoring Training machine operators CNC G-code Programming Quality control problem-solving Machine adjustment Technical troubleshooting support Clean workspace maintenance Senior level Equipment adjustment (production tasks) Production troubleshooting Full Job Description Own the setup. Elevate the run. Advance the mission. At Filger Manufacturing, our precision parts power flight, enable care, and explore space. We're searching for a Senior Swiss Turning Setup Expert to lead complex setups and production on STAR Swiss screw machines with Fanuc controls. Your impact Imagine bringing a new aerospace component online: you dissect the print and traveler, design the setup, machine the first article to +/- .0002, validate with CMM and gauges, and then steer a stable, efficient production run—adjusting offsets and refining code to keep parts perfect. You'll do this routinely, with occasional programming of new parts (about 5-10 per year) in Mastercam or a comparable CAM package. Core responsibilities Independently set up and operate STAR Swiss CNC machines (Fanuc) Drive jobs from setup and first article through full production Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and job travelers Make offsets and program edits as conditions demand Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, CMM equipment, gauges, and eye loupes Troubleshoot issues across machine, tooling, programming, and quality Train and oversee STAR machine operators; champion shop standards Meet output targets while safeguarding quality; sustain a tidy, organized area What sets you apart 5+ years in CNC setup and operation Direct Swiss-type experience (STAR, Citizen, Tsugami, or similar) Fluency with Fanuc controls History of complex setups and ultra-precise work to +/- .0002 Background in aerospace, medical, or other regulated precision environments Self-sufficient in diagnosing and correcting setup, tooling, offset, programming, and quality issues CNC programming capability; Mastercam experience is a plus, not a must Exceptional blueprint reading and precision measurement skills Comfort mentoring others on the floor Physically able to lift to 50 lbs., stand for long stretches, and follow shop safety practices Schedule and environment Start time is 6:00 a.m.; overtime offered as workload requires. You'll work on STAR Swiss screw machines using Fanuc controls in a clean, organized shop focused on continuous improvement. Proficiencies we value Equipment Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Skills CNC Programming CNC Machine Setup & Changeover Aerospace Manufacturing Machines & technologies you'll use Screw Machine Rewards 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 trusted, long-tenured team building components that matter—for aerospace, medical, and space programs.