CNC Swiss Lathe Machinist 1st shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Hodgkins (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Hodgkins, IL is seeking a Swiss CNC Machine Operator to operate Swiss-type CNC lathes and manufacture precision components according to blueprints. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to verify part accuracy using precision measurement tools.

You will read charts and drawings, perform minor tool adjustments, load materials (up to 50 lbs), and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience operating Swiss-type CNC lathes
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience using precision measuring tools
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Able to perform basic troubleshooting and tool changes

Responsibilities

• Operate Swiss CNC automatic lathes to produce precision parts
• Manufacture components to exact blueprint specifications and tolerances
• Perform in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and supporting documents
• Make minor tooling adjustments or replacements as needed
• Load material bars or slugs into machines (up to 50 lbs)
• Perform basic math calculations to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure production efficiency

Skills

Swiss-type CNC lathe operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

GD&T understanding

Troubleshooting

Tooling adjustments

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Gauges

Job description

Swiss CNC Machine Operator

Location:Hodgkins, IL
Schedule:Full-Time | 1st or 2nd Shift Available
Pay:$18/hr -$25/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who take pride in producing high-quality precision components and are looking to grow their career in advanced machining.

If you enjoy working with modern equipment, reading blueprints, and producing tight-tolerance parts, we encourage you to apply.

Position Overview

The Swiss CNC Machine Operator is responsible for operating Swiss-type CNC lathes to manufacture precision components according to blueprint specifications and quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to verify part accuracy using precision measurement tools.

Key Responsibilities

• OperateSwiss CNC automatic lathesto produce precision parts
• Manufacture components toexact blueprint specifications and tolerances
• Performin-process inspectionsusing micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges
• Read and interprettechnical drawings, blueprints, and supporting documents
• Makeminor tool adjustments or replacementsas needed
• Load material bars or slugs into machines (up to 50 lbs)
• Perform basic math calculations to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure production efficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum3 years of hands-on experience operating Swiss-type CNC lathesor equivalent on-the-job training
• Strong ability toread blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience usingprecision measuring tools(micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauges)
• Understanding ofGeometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to performbasic troubleshooting and problem solving
• Must be comfortable makingminor tooling adjustments
• Ability to liftup to 50 lbswhen loading materials
• Must havepersonal machinist tools

Physical Requirements

• Standing and moving throughout the shift (up to95% of the time)
• Frequent use of hands for handling parts and tools
• Ability tolift 25–50 lbs regularly, with assistance when needed
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching

Work Environment

• Precision manufacturing shop environment
• Moderate noise levels (hearing protection may be required)
• Safety equipment requiredincluding closed-toe shoes and eye protection

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match (up to 5%) after 12 months

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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