Cnc Swiss Machinist

Aerotek; Big Lake (MN); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 111.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401k

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

PTO and holidays

Wellness programs

Descripción de la vacante

Aerotek in Minnesota is seeking a skilled CNC Swiss Machinist to set up and operate high-precision parts for the medical device industry. You will work with tight tolerances, perform in-process inspections, and own part quality from setup through deburring under a microscope.

Depending on your skill, you’ll handle long-run production and mid-run setups across multiple machines, with opportunities to advance into prototype work.

Formación

• 2+ years of on-the-job experience running CNC Swiss machines with Fanuc controls.
• Minimum 1 year of setup experience, including tool changes and offsets.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and microscopes for in-process inspection.
• Experience in a medical device or highly regulated machining environment is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Set up and operate CNC Swiss machines to produce precision parts meeting extremely tight tolerances.
• Perform long-run production and mid-run setups on multiple CNC Swiss machines.
• Carry out basic machine setups, including tool changes, offsets, and verification of operation.
• Use Fanuc controls and G & M codes to run, adjust, and troubleshoot processes.
• Conduct frequent in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers, and microscopes to ensure specs.
• Deburr parts under a microscope ensuring surface finish meets standards.
• Interpret blueprints and process documentation to set up and run jobs correctly.
• Identify and troubleshoot machining issues and adjust for quality and stability.
• Follow procedures and documentation requirements for medical device manufacturing.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area with precision and discipline.

Conocimientos

CNC Swiss operation

Fanuc controls

G & M codes

Machine setup

Blueprint reading

Metrology tools

Microscope deburring

Quality and tolerance control

Documentation discipline

Multi-machine independence

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: CNC Swiss Machinist

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and operating CNC Swiss machines to produce high-precision components for the medical device industry. You work with extremely tight tolerances, perform frequent in-process inspections, and take ownership of part quality from setup through deburring under a microscope. Depending on your skill level, you handle a mix of long-run production and mid-run setups on multiple machines, with clear opportunities to advance into more complex prototype work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Swiss machines to produce precision parts for the medical device market, consistently meeting extremely tight tolerances.

• Perform long-run production and mid-run setups on multiple CNC Swiss machines, adjusting workload based on skill and experience.

• Carry out basic machine setups, including tool changes, offsets, and verification of proper machine operation.

• Use Fanuc controls and G & M codes to run, adjust, and troubleshoot CNC Swiss machining processes.

• Conduct frequent in-process inspections using standard inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and microscopes to ensure parts meet specifications.

• Deburr own parts under a microscope, ensuring surface finish and edge quality align with medical device standards.

• Interpret and work from blueprints and detailed process documentation to set up and run jobs correctly.

• Identify and troubleshoot machining issues, making appropriate adjustments to improve part quality and process stability.

• Follow established procedures and documentation requirements specific to medical device manufacturing.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support the shops emphasis on precision, cleanliness, and process discipline.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of on-the-job experience running CNC Swiss machines (brand flexible) with Fanuc controls.

• Working knowledge of G and M codes for CNC Swiss machining.

• Minimum 1 year of setup experience, including basic setups, tool changes, and offsets.

• Hands-on experience operating, adjusting, and troubleshooting CNC Swiss machines in a production environment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

• Proficiency with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and microscopes for in-process inspection.

• Capability to deburr parts under a microscope with strong attention to detail and fine motor skills.

• Solid understanding of precision machining practices and tight tolerance requirements.

• Experience working in a process-oriented environment with significant documentation requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently on multiple machines while maintaining quality and productivity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a medical device or highly regulated machining environment is highly beneficial.

• Experience in precision machine shops focusing on tight tolerance work.

• Interest in expanding skills into machine setup, quality, finishing, programming, and engineering through structured training.

• Willingness to participate in apprenticeship and journeyman-style development programs.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting machining issues.

• High level of attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality parts.

• Comfort working with extensive documentation and following established processes.

• Motivation to grow into more advanced prototype and expert-level shop roles over time.

Why Work Here?

You join a precision-focused organization that rewards hard work and supports long-term career growth. The structure includes extended shifts with daily overtime pay stacking on top of shift differentials, offering strong earning potential for those who enjoy longer workdays. After six months of employment, you can receive up to $10,000 per year in tuition reimbursement if you choose to return to school for machining, and you gain access to a comprehensive apprentice program of up to two years that exposes you to machining, setup, quality, finishing, and elements of programming and engineering. Upon completion, you can pursue a journeyman program that recognizes you as an expert in the shop and comes with a higher pay grade. This environment values continuous learning, clear advancement paths, and investment in employees professional development.

Work Environment

The role is based in a precision machine shop dedicated to manufacturing parts for the medical device market. The facility is extremely clean, highly process-oriented, and operates with rigorous documentation standards due to medical industry requirements. Work typicall... (text continues) ...

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Big Lake, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $111000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• full 401k, benefits, health, vision, dental, employee wellness resources and events, PTO and holiday pay

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Big Lake,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.