Job Description
Job Description
CNC Swiss Lathe Operator | Walker, MI
Salary Range: $54,000 - $88,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in cnc swiss lathe operator? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Walker seeking skilled CNC Swiss Lathe Operators.
The Opportunity
We are collaborating with multiple companies in Walker seeking experienced CNC Swiss Lathe Operators. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC Swiss-type lathes to produce precision parts according to specifications.
- Perform in-process quality inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
- Read and interpret blueprints, G-code, and technical drawings to ensure accurate part production.
- Load, unload, and deburr parts, ensuring continuous machine operation and material flow.
- Monitor machine performance, making offset adjustments as necessary to maintain part quality and tight tolerances.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine alarms, tool wear issues, or production inconsistencies.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of machines and work area.
Recommended Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience operating and setting up CNC Swiss Lathes.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, GD&T, and using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, optical comparators).
- Demonstrated ability to perform tool changes, offsets, and routine machine maintenance.
- Strong understanding of G-code and M-code for troubleshooting and minor program adjustments.
- Experience with in-process quality control, identifying non-conforming parts, and making necessary machine adjustments.
Bonus Qualifications
- Proficient in G-code programming and editing for Swiss machines.
- Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with CAM software (e.g., PartMaker, Esprit) for program generation.
- Proven ability to perform preventative maintenance and basic machine troubleshooting.
- Experience operating and interpreting results from advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMM, optical comparators).
Job Titles That Should Apply
CNC Swiss Lathe Operator, Swiss CNC Machinist, CNC Swiss Programmer, Swiss Lathe Operator, Precision CNC Machinist, CNC Lathe Operator, Swiss CNC Set-Up Technician
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.