CNC Lathe & Swiss Lathe Setup Specialist

QPS Employment Group; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Spring Grove, IL seeks an experienced CNC Lathe / Swiss Lathe Setup & Operator to join a small, growing shop. You will set up and operate Haas ST-10 and Star Swiss lathe machines, read blueprints, adjust tooling, inspect parts, and contribute to continuous improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Prior experience with Haas or Star Swiss is highly preferred; candidate should be able to work independently in a close-knit team and maintain high quality

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC lathe setup and operation is required.
• Experience with Haas and Star Swiss lathes is preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and precision inspection skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas ST-10 CNC lathes and/or Star CNC Swiss lathes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and production specifications.
• Perform tooling changes, offsets, and machine adjustments.
• Set up tooling and workholding based on job requirements.
• Monitor machine operation and production processes.
• Inspect finished and in-process parts using appropriate measuring tools.
• Make necessary machine adjustments to maintain part quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues.
• Maintain established quality and production standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work independently while communicating effectively with management and team members.
• Support production goals and assist with continuous process improvements.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

CNC lathe operation

CNC Swiss setup

Haas lathe experience

Star Swiss lathe experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Tools

Haas CNC lathes

Star Swiss CNC lathes

Job description

QPS Employment Group in Spring Grove, IL seeks an experienced CNC Lathe / Swiss Lathe Setup & Operator to join a small, growing shop. You will set up and operate Haas ST-10 and Star Swiss lathe machines, read blueprints, adjust tooling, inspect parts, and contribute to continuous improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Prior experience with Haas or Star Swiss is highly preferred; candidate should be able to work independently in a close-knit team and maintain high quality