Swiss Machining Training Strengthens Liberty Precision’s Workforce
One of the core beliefs of Liberty Precision CEO Bill Berrien is that our shop’s strength comes from the people behind the machines. Skill, curiosity, and a passion for improvement are what set our team apart, especially in the complex machining environment that our customers require. To continue delivering industry-leading results, we are committed to deep, ongoing training that enhances our capabilities in areas like Swiss machining.
This past fall, our team participated in the Swiss 3 program through Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC). The course brought together full-time employees from Liberty Precision and several other manufacturers across southeastern Wisconsin. Held at a time of day between first and second shift, the schedule allowed participants from both shifts to join without disrupting production; this resulted in a shared training experience that benefited everyone involved.
Collaborative Learning That Levels Up Swiss Machining Skills
Sharing practical knowledge across companies
A key strength of this program was the collaboration among different manufacturers. Rather than learning in a silo, machinists worked alongside peers from other facilities, exchanging best practices and solving real-world challenges together. The conversations that emerged, mostly centered on efficient setups and troubleshooting, gave our team helpful insights they could bring directly back to their work at Liberty Precision.
For a company that handles precision CNC machining services and provides parts to aerospace and defense programs, this practical exchange of knowledge is invaluable. When talent across the region levels up together, the entire ecosystem becomes stronger.
Expanding Forwardskilling through on-site training
The final session of the course was hosted at Liberty Precision. Unlike a traditional classroom environment, our shop floor allowed students to learn on advanced equipment that is not available at MATC.
Access to our high-pressure coolant systems, Perfect Zero tooling, specialized machine setups, and other technologies offered exposure to capabilities that directly support our Swiss machining services. Gaining hands-on experience with this equipment gave participants confidence and familiarity that would be difficult to achieve elsewhere.
Hands-On Training with Immediate Real-World Impact
Learning today, applying tomorrow
One of the most powerful aspects of Liberty Precision’s Forwardskilling approach is how quickly participants can apply what they learn. Instead of studying theory for months before using a machine, students leave class and put new techniques into practice on their very next shift.
Our machinists shared how impactful this model was, particularly for troubleshooting and reducing early-stage mistakes. For a company where precision and repeatability are critical, this level of immediate skill reinforcement is a major advantage.
Advanced curriculum that builds long-term capability
Throughout the program, machinists were trained on topics such as:
Multi-axis toolpaths
External and internal threading
Tapping and cross-drilling
Milling flats
Bar feeder troubleshooting
Surface-finish corrections
Crash recovery
High-pressure coolant optimization
Perfect Zero alignment
These skills directly support Liberty Precision’s ability to deliver high-accuracy components. Building depth and redundancy in these capabilities ensures we can meet customer needs, even as demand changes or specialized projects grow.
How Forwardskilling Benefits Liberty Precision’s Customers
By investing heavily in technical development, Liberty Precision ensures we always have a strong, adaptable team ready to support our customers’ high-performance applications. Customers benefit through:
Consistent on-time delivery
Dependable quality
Minimized risk
Streamlined project transitions
Increased capacity for highly complex work
It’s one more way Liberty Precision continues to raise the bar as we serve some of the most demanding industries in the world.
Honoring the Legacy of Instructor Chris Chomicki
This year’s Swiss 3 program carries a special meaning for Liberty Precision. Instructor Chris Chomicki, who led the course, passed away shortly after the program concluded. Chris was a remarkable educator and a key partner in shaping the Forwardskilling initiative. His passion for developing the next generation of machinists and his willingness to innovate made a lasting impact on everyone he worked with.
We are deeply grateful for the knowledge and heart he poured into this course and into our manufacturing community. Chris will be missed, but his influence will continue through the skills he helped build and the people he inspired.