Production Operator – CNC Swiss

Pay Rate: $21.00/hour + 10% shift differential
(Pay rate may vary based on experience)

Shift:

• 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday | 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM

  
  

• Training Schedule: 1st Shift (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM) for approximately 4 weeks
  (Training paid at 1st shift rate prior to transfer to 2nd shift)

Position Summary

The CNC Swiss Production Operator is responsible for efficient and effective manufacturing production through the setup, operation, and quality verification of CNC Swiss machines. This role requires prior manufacturing and machining experience and the ability to work with close tolerances, complex setups, and precision measurement tools. Warehouse-only experience is not a fit for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and verify quality on CNC Swiss machines involving close tolerances and complex setups

  
  

• Perform routine and repetitive production operations while consistently meeting quality and production standards

  
  

• Perform repeat machine setups independently; complete complex setups with supervision as needed

  
  

• Monitor and adjust program sequences, including positioning and cycle times

  
  

• Assist with prove-out of new or modified part programs

  
  

• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and traveler instructions

  
  

• Troubleshoot routine production issues independently; assist with complex troubleshooting under supervision

  
  

• Run production jobs and deburr parts as required

  
  

• Evaluate production performance against quality and productivity standards and recommend process improvements

  
  

• Maintain required tooling to manufacture parts to specifications

  
  

• Conduct in-process and final quality inspections using precision measuring devices

  
  

• Lubricate, clean, and maintain machines and equipment

  
  

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

  
  

• Follow all company, department, safety, and quality policies and procedures

  
  

• Communicate job-related issues and production status to the Operations Manager

  
  

• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a team-oriented work environment

  
  

• Perform multiple operations and related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

  
  

• Minimum 2 years of Vo-Tech training in machine tool technology or a related field or equivalent hands-on machining experience

  
  

• Prior experience operating CNC Swiss machines required

  
  

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

  
  

• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and use hands to operate tools and machinery

  
  

• Occasional lifting of materials up to 40 pounds

  
  

• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

  
  

• Work performed in a general machine shop environment

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