Manufacturing Engineering Technician (MET) - CNC Programmer/Machinist

Manufacturing Engineering Technician (MET) - CNC Programmer/Machinist

Onsite | West Chester, Pennsylvania
Direct Hire / Full-Time

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Manufacturing Engineering Technician (MET) - CNC Programmer/Machinist on behalf of a valued client partner in the precision medical device manufacturing sector . HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Manufacturing Engineering Technician (MET) - CNC Programmer/Machinist opportunity.

We are seeking a senior-level CNC leader who can own machining processes, develop CNC programs, optimize production cells, and drive quality and efficiency in a highly regulated environment. This role requires advanced programming capability, hands-on machining expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to support new product introductions while mentoring shop-floor talent.

HireNow Disqualifier: Candidates with jumpy or unstable resumes will not be accepted or interviewed. We are prioritizing professionals with consistent tenure, advanced technical capability, and measurable production leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Define machining processes and create CNC programs for precision components
• Set up, optimize, and troubleshoot Mazak and/or Swiss CNC platforms
• Lead machinists and manufacturing assistants within assigned production cells
• Perform First Article Inspections and advanced precision inspections
• Create and maintain setup sheets, SOPs, work instructions, and process controls
• Drive quality, throughput, efficiency, and on-time delivery performance
• Support new product introductions, prototype transitions, and process development initiatives
• Analyze tooling, cycle times, and machine performance for continuous improvement
• Ensure adherence to blueprint specifications, GD&T, and regulatory quality standards
• Mentor team members on machining best practices and technical problem-solving

Required Qualifications (Highly Important)

• 8+ years of production machining experience
• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in manufacturing environments
• Expert-level CNC machining and programming skills
• Strong CAD/CAM proficiency with ability to program complex parts from drawings/models
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Experience leading machinists or overseeing work cells in production settings
• Strong troubleshooting ability across setups, tooling, programming, and process flow
• Ability to maintain quality standards in a regulated, precision environment
• Stable employment history with clear progression; candidates with jumpy resumes will not be considered

Preferred Qualifications (Strongly Valued)

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field
• Medical device or other regulated manufacturing experience
• Experience with Mastercam, CamWorks, or SolidWorks CAM
• Experience with PartMaker for Swiss machining
• Experience with Mazatrol for Mazak machining
• Exposure to new product introduction (NPI) and process validation work
• Strong mentoring and team leadership background

Specialized Role Tracks

Mazak 5-Axis Programmer & Machinist – Programs and supports Mazak Integrex, Variaxis, and related multi-axis equipment.

Swiss Type Programmer & Machinist – Programs and supports Star CNC Swiss platforms and complex precision turning operations.

HireNow Disqualifiers

• Less than 5 years CNC programming experience
• No production machining background
• Pure machine operator with no programming capability
• Weak GD&T or blueprint reading knowledge
• No leadership or mentoring experience in machining environments
• Frequent job changes without clear rationale or progression

HireNow Checklist

HireNow Staffing is recruiting candidates who meet the following profile:

Expert CNC programmer capable of producing complex parts from print/model to finished process
Strong GD&T and blueprint reading skills
8+ years machining and 5+ years programming experience
Medical device or regulated manufacturing background preferred
Mazak or Swiss specialization highly valued
Comfortable leading machinists and mentoring team members
Quality-focused and production-minded operator
Able to work onsite in West Chester, PA
Stable resume with progressive career growth

Standout Candidates Include:

Senior Mazak multi-axis programmers
Swiss machining specialists using Star / PartMaker platforms
CNC leaders from medical device environments
Process owners who improved cycle times, quality, and delivery performance

HireNow Package

• Base Pay: $32.00 – $45.00 per hour
• Annualized Compensation: $75,000 – $120,000+
• Shift Options:
  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Work Location: Onsite – West Chester, Pennsylvania
• Relocation Assistance: Considered case by case
• Benefits: Uniforms and safety equipment provided; overtime available based on production demand
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.