CNC Technician - Dreher

Vatvalve; Haag; On-site; CHF 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT Group, the world-leading vacuum-solutions company, seeks a skilled CNC Technician for its Haag, St. Gallen site. You will set up, operate and monitor 3- and 5-axis milling machines and program CNCs (Siemens) to produce precision parts from technical drawings.

We value independent, precise work, shift readiness and a strong quality mindset. Join a global team and contribute to manufacturing excellence with continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Completed training as a Polymechanic, CNC Machinist, Machining Technician, or equivalent.
• Several years of experience in CNC milling is an advantage.
• Good ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience with CNC control systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operation and monitoring of CNC milling machines (3-axis/5-axis).
• Program and optimise CNC programmes (Siemens).
• Manufacture individual parts and small to medium production batches based on technical drawings.
• Select, prepare and change tools.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and ensure dimensional and geometric accuracy.
• Perform quality inspections using standard measuring equipment.
• Maintain and service machines and troubleshoot minor faults.
• Comply with safety, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement processes.

Skills

CNC Milling

Siemens Controls

Reading drawings

Teamwork & reliability

Education

Polymechanic training

CNC Machinist experience

Tools

Siemens CNC

Measuring equipment

Job description

CNC Technician - Dreher #

Location:

Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type: Permanent

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world-s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions: integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as \#oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operation and monitoring of CNC milling machines (3-axis/5-axis)
• Program and optimise CNC programmes (Siemens)
• Manufacture individual parts and small to medium production batches based on technical drawings
• Select, prepare and change tools
• Monitor manufacturing processes and ensure dimensional and geometric accuracy
• Perform quality inspections using standard measuring equipment
• Maintain and service machines and troubleshoot minor faults
• Comply with safety, quality, and delivery requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement processes

Qualifications

• Completed training as a Polymechanic, CNC Machinist, Machining Technician, or equivalent
• Several years of experience in CNC milling is an advantage
• Good ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with CNC control systems
• Independent, precise and reliable working style
• Strong quality awareness and sense of responsibility
• Team-oriented and flexible
• Willingness to work in shifts (shift work)

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.