CNC Swiss Setup Machinist (3rd Shift)

ARCH; Elmhurst (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCH in Elmhurst, NY is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to interpret complex prints, set up tooling, and run 3rd shift operations. You will adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to achieve tight tolerances and ensure safety and quality.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of CNC experience with milling, turning, or Swiss machining, know GD&T ASME Y14.5, and be proficient with Mastercam or SolidWorks; familiarity with stainless steel, aluminum, titanium is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of CNC machining and setup experience (medical or regulated industry a plus)
• Strong experience with milling, turning, and/or Swiss machining
• Hands-on knowledge of stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, or similar materials
• Ability to read and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Comfortable adjusting programs and tooling to correct out-of-tolerance conditions
• Familiarity with Mastercam, SolidWorks, or similar software preferred
• Solid communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex prints, job travelers, and setup sheets
• Select, preset, and install cutting tools; adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets as needed
• Perform precision machining to close and interrelated tolerances
• Load and troubleshoot CNC programs (G-code / M-code; Mastercam experience valued)
• Inspect parts using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure quality and compliance
• Identify non-conforming parts and communicate issues to leadership
• Train and support operators once setups are proven and stable
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain a clean, safe work area
• Document shift handoffs clearly and professionally

Skills

CNC machining

Setup experience

Milling

Turning

Swiss machining

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Reading blueprints

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

• Interpret complex prints, job travelers, and setup sheets
• Select, preset, and install cutting tools; adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets as needed
• Perform precision machining to close and interrelated tolerances
• Load and troubleshoot CNC programs (G‑code / M‑code; Mastercam experience valued)
• Inspect parts using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure quality and compliance
• Identify non‑conforming parts and communicate issues to leadership
• Train and support operators once setups are proven and stable
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain a clean, safe work area
• Document shift handoffs clearly and professionally

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years of CNC machining and setup experience (medical or regulated industry a plus)
• Strong experience with milling, turning, and/or Swiss machining
• Hands‑on knowledge of stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, or similar materials
• Ability to read and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Comfortable adjusting programs and tooling to correct out‑of‑tolerance conditions
• Familiarity with Mastercam, SolidWorks, or similar software preferred
• Solid communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset

Shifts Available: 3rd shift

Salary Range: $32.00 - $40.00/hr based on experience

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