CNC Swiss Machinist

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking a CNC Operator II for a precision manufacturer in the United States. The role focuses on operating Swiss-style CNC machines to produce precision components per blueprints, with limited supervision and emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities include setup procedures, tooling, tool changes, trial runs, measuring with gauges and calipers, and potential training of entry-level operators.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in CNC operations and Swiss-style machining
• Proficiency with basic CNC setup, offsets, and tool changes
• Strong ability to read blueprints and GD&T symbols
• Skilled in using precision measurement tools
• Basic understanding of speeds/feeds and material properties
• Familiarity with safety standards in machining environment
• Any experience with lathes, mills, or Citizen Swiss machines is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints to determine setup procedures, tools, and stock
• Select and install machine tooling
• Set guide bushings and bar feeders with minimal supervision
• Load and edit machine programs
• Perform trial runs and verify conformance using gauges
• Adjust machines to meet specified tolerances
• Use precision measuring devices and GD&T
• Suggest tool changes to resolve production problems
• Sharpen and maintain form tools
• May train or work in other departments

Skills

CNC operations experience (Swiss-style

Blueprint reading & GD&T

Precision measurement & inspection

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Detail-oriented & accurate

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Citizen Swiss machines

Job description

A precision manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered metal bellows, electroforms, and related assemblies for highly demanding applications. Serves industries such as aerospace, medical devices, and semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on tight tolerances, reliability, and advanced fabrication techniques.

SUMMARY

The CNC Operator II is responsible for operating Swiss-style CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications. This intermediate-level role requires strong machine operation skills, the ability to interpret blueprints, and basic troubleshooting ability. The CNC Operator II works with limited supervision, is expected to complete the majority of change-over/start-up tasks and may help train entry-level operators while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews blueprints to determine setup procedures to follow, machine tools required and stock to use.
• Selects machine tooling and installs them on the machine.
• Capable of setting guide bushings, collets and working with bar feeders with minimal supervision.
• Load and edit as required machine programs.
• Makes a trial run and tests for conformance to specifications using gauges, comparators, micrometers and calipers.
• Adjust the machine to attain specified tolerances.
• Understand blueprints and be able to use a variety of precision measuring devices.
• May recommend program and or tool changes to resolve production problems.
• May make tools and attachments, such as forming tools and cut-off tools, if not in stock.
• Responsible for form tool sharpening and maintenance.
• May work/train in other departments where needed.

$23 - $36 an hour

Job Requirements

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• CNC machine operation and setup
• Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
• Precision measurement and quality inspection
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and efficiency
• Safety awareness and compliance
• Ability to read and interpret part specifications or blueprints.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good verbal and communication skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Must have a Minimum of two (2) years" experience in CNC operations and setup, specifically Swiss-style machining/turning
• Proficiency with basic CNC setup, offsets, and tool changes.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T symbols.
• Skilled in using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.).
• Basic understanding of machining principles, speeds/feeds, and material properties.
• Familiarity with safety standards and best practices in a machining environment.

Desired

• Any experience lathes, mills, CNC machines, etc. a plus.
• Experience on Citizen Swiss machines.