Swiss-Type Turning Technician, Star Platform

Is this you?

Do Star Swiss lathes feel like second nature? Can you read GD&T and a job traveler at a glance, catch the tiny details others miss, and fine-tune offsets to keep parts dead-on spec? If you love making precision components the right way—safely and consistently—read on.

What you’ll do

• Run and set up Star Swiss CNC lathes (sliding headstock) to produce precision components.
• Decode engineering blueprints, GD&T, and job travelers to plan and execute operations.
• Measure precisely with calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges—during in-process and final inspections.
• Hold tight tolerances and make smart offsets/adjustments to maintain process control.
• Spot and communicate tooling, machining, or quality issues before they affect yield.
• Champion safety procedures and contribute to a safety-first culture.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and efficient.
• Partner with quality, engineering, and production teams to solve problems and improve flow.

What you’ll bring

• Strong blueprint reading skills (must-have), including GD&T.
• Solid, hands-on experience with metrology tools: calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges.
• Relentless attention to detail and a quality-first mindset—nothing but quality parts.
• Prior Swiss lathe experience preferred; comfort with precision machining and tight tolerances.

Physical demands

• Stand for long periods; bend, reach, stoop, and crouch as needed.
• Lift 35–50 lbs safely.
• Excellent vision for close-tolerance inspection and reading prints.
• Work around noise, coolants, and moving machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Why you’ll love it here

• Safety is truly part of the culture.
• Training, skill development, and real career growth opportunities.
• Stable work with a respected precision manufacturer.
• A quality-driven shop where craftsmanship is valued.

Your toolkit (proficiencies)

• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• AS9100 Experience
• Blueprint Reading

Machines you’ll touch

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
• CNC Swiss Lathe (Star)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)