Our client is seeking experienced SWISS Setup Machinists capable of independently setting up machines, performing first-piece inspections, verifying parts to print, troubleshooting machining issues, and supporting production teams. This is a precision medical device manufacturing environment. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently set up Swiss CNC machines and perform complete machine changeovers
- Install tooling and fixtures, set work and tool offsets
- Verify setup accuracy before production release
- Run first-piece inspections and approve jobs for production
- Troubleshoot setup and machining issues
- Support operators throughout production runs
- Read and interpret blueprints and verify tolerances and critical dimensions
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Independent machine setup experience (not operator-only)
- First-piece inspection experience
- Blueprint reading ability
- Offset and tooling adjustment experience
- CNC machining background
- Precision measurement experience
- Shift flexibility required — confirm before submission
PREFERRED:
- Swiss machining experience (Citizen, Star, Tsugami)
- Medical device or aerospace manufacturing experience
- Multi-axis machining experience
- ISO 13485 experience