CNC Swiss machine programmer/operator

C&L SUPREME; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

C&L SUPREME seeks a skilled CNC Swiss Machine Operator to produce precision parts on a multi-axis Swiss-style CNC machine. You will maintain quality and safety standards, keep records, and manage tooling and fluids.

The role requires experience with Swiss-style CNC systems or an apprenticeship, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to read blueprints and GD&T. You will work with a team across shifts to ensure on-time production and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Swiss-style CNC machines or completion of company apprenticeship program.
• Ability to call up programs, offset tools, and general CNC operation knowledge.
• Strong mathematical abilities, verbal and written communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Ability to read precision gauges and ensure accurate measurements.
• Ability to produce precision work.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple machines throughout the shift and produce parts within required tolerances.
• Inspect precision parts using precision measuring tools and visual checks.
• Make offset adjustments, sharpen, change and adjust tooling, and maintain fluids.
• Operate and load bar feeder and measure bar stock.
• Check material against blueprint and job specifications; understand material types.
• Maintain equipment via preventive maintenance and keep a clean, safe workstation.
• Communicate with setup personnel, foreman, and other shifts regarding quality and status.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Mathematical abilities

Verbal/written communication

Problem solving

Blueprints & GD&T reading

Education

Apprenticeship program

Tools

G-code programming

Bar feeder operation

Precision measuring tools handling

Job description

CNC Swiss Machine Operator

Description

Produce custom precision parts by operating a multi-axis Swiss-style CNC Machine. Maintain quality and safety standards, keeping records and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions Include

• Responsible for the operation of multiple machines throughout the shift and producing parts within required tolerances.
• Responsible for inspection of precision product utilizing various precision measuring and gauging tools and visual checks.
• Make offset adjustments, sharpen, change and adjust tooling, and maintain fluids.
• Operate and load bar feeder and measure bar stock.
• Check material to ensure correct material is being used per blueprint and job specifications. Knowledge of various materials and differences between each.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and maintaining a clean and safe workstation.
• Communicate with set-up person, foreman, and other shifts regarding the quality and job status.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating Swiss-style CNC machines or completion of company apprenticeship program.
• Ability to call up programs, offset tools and overall knowledge of basic CNC machine operation.
• Possess strong mathematical abilities, verbal/written communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and GD&T.
• Ability to read precision gauges and visual accuracy.
• Ability to produce precision work.

Physical Requirements

• Requires visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect precision machined parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work.
• Physical ability to work requiring continuous standing, bending, twisting and stooping the entire shift.
• Physical strength to lift and carry up to 50lbs. frequently throughout the day.