CNC Swiss Setup

Staff One, Ltd.; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Setup Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC Swiss machines, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring optimal machine performance. Your expertise in blueprint reading and precision measurement will be crucial in maintaining high-quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to continual improvement initiatives and support the development of fellow team members in a collaborative environment. If you possess strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in CNC setup in a job shop environment.
• Strong understanding of tooling application and parts inspection capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Swiss machines with up to 9 axes.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling and machine issues.
• Train and support department employees in setups and operation.

Skills

CNC Swiss setup

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Math competency

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Technical certificate

CNC safety training

Tools

Micrometers

Depth gages

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Manufacture parts to specification; setup, adjust and prepare CNC Swiss; optimize machine capability, produce quality product; and perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Set up and operate CNC Swiss machines including machines with up to 9 axes.


• Troubleshoot and remedy complex tooling and machine issues.


• Ensure machines are properly maintained. Know when and why machine is not at peak performance, how to increase performance and fix errors. Perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.


• Operate to workmanship standards, working from prints, process routings, and/or samples to achieve, or to exceed quality and productions standards. Seek assistance if standards cannot be met.


• Inspect first pieces, using predetermined gaging instruments such as micrometers, depth micrometers, comparator, fixed gaging, and other job specific gaging instruments to maintain specified requirements.


• Report work performed via ProShop and maintain proper documentation.


• Follow the safe practices and housekeeping instructions for the CNC department.


• Know and understand the relevant sections of Pindel Global Precision's ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D Quality Management Systems and how they apply to this role.


• Communicate with manager, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.


• Train, develop and support department employees in setups and operation.


• Instruct personnel assigned to operate machines.


• Operate machines when needed.


• Contribute to continual improvement.


• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Minimum of one year experience preferred in setup-up of CNC Lathes, multi-axis lathes, VMC, and/or CNC Swiss in a job shop environment.


• Applicable technical certificate a plus.


• Completed in-house training as a CNC Setup.


• Understands tooling application and shown competence in inserting, changing and adjusting tools.


• Strong understanding in blueprint reading, GD&T and parts inspection capabilities.


• Proven problem solving ability.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with, and effectively relate to others.


• Completed CNC safety training.


• Computer literate.


• Read, write and speak English.


• Able to follow written and oral instructions.


• Math competency to include but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, trigonometry and algebra.


• Mechanical aptitude.


• Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.


• Understand Pindel's ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D Quality Management Systems.


• Knowledge in use of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to micrometers, ID and OD micrometers, height stands, depth gages, thread gages.


• Contribute to continual improvement.