CNC Swiss machine programmer/operator

C&L Supreme; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $23 - $32 per hour

Job summary

C&L Supreme in Des Plaines, IL, is seeking a CNC Swiss Machine Operator to produce precision parts on multi‑axis Swiss machines. You will read blueprints, GD&T, and set up tooling, perform inspections with precision gauges, and maintain equipment.

This role requires prior Swiss CNC experience or a company apprenticeship, strong math skills, and the ability to work safely on a structured shift.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Swiss‑style CNC machines or completed company apprenticeship.
• Ability to call up programs, offset tools, and set up basic CNC operations.
• Strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple machines and produce parts within tolerances.
• Inspect precision products using gauges and visual checks.
• Make offset adjustments and manage tooling and fluids.
• Load bar feeder and measure bar stock.
• Ensure correct material per blueprint and job specs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep workstation safe.
• Communicate with setup, foreman, and other shifts about quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Mathematical ability

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Bar feeders

CNC tooling

Measurement tools

Job description

CNC Swiss Machine Operator

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.

Salary: $23 - $32 per hour