Job Title: Swiss OperatorJob DescriptionThis role offers an excellent opportunity for a developing CNC professional, particularly someone coming out of trade school, to grow their skills operating Swiss-style CNC machines in a high-quality medical device manufacturing environment. You will operate Citizen and Star Swiss machines, perform light setups and program edits, and collaborate closely with engineering and design teams to produce high-volume precision components while maintaining strict quality standards.
Responsibilities- Operate Citizen and Star Swiss CNC machines to produce precision components in a high-production environment.
- Perform light setups, including loading programs, making minor edits, changing tools, and verifying machine readiness.
- Make program edits using Gibbscam software on Fanuc controls to optimize machining processes and ensure part accuracy.
- Run high-volume production jobs, typically in the range of 1,500 to 2,000 parts, while maintaining consistent quality and throughput.
- Interpret and work from various machining prints, blueprints, and technical drawings to meet exact specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering and both internal and external designers to improve final products and tooling designs.
- Understand engineering objectives and design intent and provide feedback to enhance manufacturability and performance.
- Maintain quality standards through in-process inspection of parts and continuous monitoring of machining processes.
- Use measuring tools and numerical control techniques to verify dimensions and ensure parts meet required tolerances.
- Follow established safety procedures and contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
Essential Skills- Hands-on experience operating Swiss-style CNC machines, such as Citizen and Star Swiss equipment.
- Practical Swiss machining or Swiss operation experience, including familiarity with lathe-style Swiss machining processes.
- Experience with CNC machining and numerical control operations in a production environment.
- Ability to make program edits using Gibbscam software on Fanuc controls.
- Proficiency with shop math and applied mathematics for machining, including basic geometry and trigonometry as used in machine setup and inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret machining prints, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Experience using measuring tools to perform dimensional inspections and verify part quality.
- Capability to perform light setups, tool changes, and troubleshooting on CNC machines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards through in-process inspection.
- Effective communication skills to work with engineering and design teams and provide feedback on design intent and manufacturability.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Trade school education or formal training in CNC machining, Swiss machining, or a related field.
- Experience working in a high-production environment with runs of 1,500 to 2,000 parts.
- Familiarity with medical device manufacturing standards and precision requirements.
- Comfort working with both internal and external designers to refine tooling and product designs.
- Interest in continuous learning and skill development in advanced CNC and Swiss machining techniques.
- Ability to contribute ideas for process improvements and efficiency gains on the shop floor.
Why Work Here?This organization offers a comprehensive and supportive total rewards package, including a monthly production bonus opportunity of up to 4% of salary, a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, and robust health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance. You will also receive company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, paid parental leave, two weeks of sick pay, and two weeks of paid time off. The culture emphasizes recognition and well-being, with monthly safety drawings, regular appreciation events like free ice cream days, and a strong focus on safety and wellness. Employees enjoy a modern, comfortable facility with on-site amenities and opportunities to balance work and personal wellness.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment is a very clean, modern, and well-maintained manufacturing facility that emphasizes employee wellness and comfort. The site features a spacious lunch and break room with an on-site market where employees can purchase food, snacks, and drinks. There is an employee wellness plan and a dedicated wellness room, as well as a workout facility within the building. The break room includes a ping pong table, providing a relaxed space for