CNC Swiss Machinist

True North Consultants, Inc.; North Easton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent BCBS medical & dental

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement programs

Medical & dependent care FSAs

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. in North Easton, MA seeks a CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor with 4+ years of Swiss lathe experience to join our precision shop.

You will load raw stock, set up tooling, perform live offsets and tool changes, edit FANUC programs, read complex blueprints, and maintain production and quality logs while ensuring strict adherence to ISO standards. The role offers pay of $30.00–$35.00 per hour, a 1st shift, full benefits including excellent BCBS medical/dental, 401(k)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of prior experience operating Swiss CNC lathes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and math aptitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Setup & Operation: Perform full setups and operate STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, loading stock and setting tooling.
• Programming & Editing: Make basic edits to FANUC programs, live offsets, and tool changes during runs.
• Quality Assurance: Read blueprints, inspect parts with standard equipment, and document logs.
• Maintenance & Safety: Adhere to ISO quality, ITAR (if applicable), and safety procedures.
• Teamwork & Versatility: Assist training and run secondary equipment as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

Organization

Time management

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

STAR Swiss lathe

Citizen Swiss lathe

FANUC controls

Job description

CNC Swiss Machinist & Program Editor

Bring your experience. Build your future. Be part of a culture that cares about craftsmanship and people.

We are a family-owned manufacturer with over 60 years of history, offering a supportive, collaborative culture where great people can work and grow.

Position

Pay Range: $30.00 – $35.00 / hour (Non-exempt, hourly)

Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Primary Machines: STAR and Citizen brand Swiss-type lathes

Controllers: FANUC

Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Due to ITAR/Government regulations)

Benefits Package

• Excellent Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement programs to support your career growth.
• Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Core Responsibilities

• Setup & Operation: Perform full setups and operate multiple STAR and Citizen Swiss CNC lathes, including loading raw stock, setting collets, guide bushings, and cutting tools from setup instructions.
• Programming & Editing: Make basic edits to FANUC CNC programs, perform live offsets, and execute tool changes while jobs are running.
• Quality Assurance: Read complex blueprints, inspect machined parts using standard inspection equipment, and accurately complete production and quality logs.
• Maintenance & Safety: Adhere strictly to ISO quality, ITAR, and safety procedures while performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and keeping your workstation clean and orderly.
• Teamwork & Versatility: Work cooperatively to meet production goals, assist in training less experienced operators, and run secondary equipment (manual/CNC lathes, mills, and surface grinders) as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of prior experience operating, setting up, and editing programs for Swiss CNC lathes.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required (completion of an accredited trade school program preferred).
• Technical Skills: Strong blueprint reading, math aptitude, organization, time management, and basic computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs, and demonstrate the manual dexterity needed to grasp small parts.