Precision CNC Swiss Machining Technician

Torrey Holistics; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalign is seeking a seasoned CNC Swiss Lathe Operator to own setups, operation, inspection, and troubleshooting for precision parts used in critical devices. You will read complex prints, debug programs, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and process discipline across the cell.

You’ll train peers, update setup docs under change control, and collaborate with programmers to elevate production targets and lean principles on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus.
• At least 5 years running Swiss-style lathes in manufacturing.
• Exposure to Citizen, Tsugami, or comparable Swiss platforms preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of machinery, tooling, measuring, and gauging.
• Expert-level setups; fluent in reading prints, routers, and setup files.
• Awareness of cosmetic and functional part requirements.
• Basic CNC programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Setups and changeovers on CNC Swiss lathes; program debugging; tool changes and machine adjustments.
• Operation and light maintenance of Swiss machines, plus finishing equipment and fixtures; precise burr removal.
• Interpretation of blueprints, inspection check-sheets, and work instructions.
• Electronic quality documentation; ERP work-order management and machine monitoring.
• Feedback to CNC programmers; keep setup documentation current under formal change control.
• Training and guidance for peers; continuous improvement to lift quality and delivery.
• Execute the plan to ensure on-time delivery to customers.

Skills

Read prints

Team coaching

Lean principles

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

G-Code

M-Code

CNC Setup & Changeover

Citizen/Tsugami Swiss lathes

Tooling inspection & gauging

Job description

Are you the go-to person when a Swiss lathe needs to deliver a flawless part? If you can read a complex print, debug a program under pressure, and still hit the delivery window, this role is for you. You’ll own setups, operation, inspection, and troubleshooting for Swiss-style turning that feeds critical medical devices. We are willing to train CNC Lathe Operators!

Can you...

• Turn a first-article into a stable production run by nailing offsets, tools, and changeovers?
• Chase micron-level accuracy using calipers, micrometers, height stands, and comparators?
• Collaborate with programmers, update setup docs through change control, and keep ERP records pristine?
• Coach teammates so every machine in the cell hits utilization and production targets?

What you’ll tackle

• Setups and changeovers on CNC Swiss lathes; program debugging; tool changes and machine adjustments.
• Operation and light maintenance of Swiss machines, plus finishing equipment and fixtures; precise burr removal.
• Interpretation of blueprints, inspection check-sheets, and work instructions.
• Electronic quality documentation; ERP work-order management and machine monitoring.
• Feedback to CNC programmers; keep setup documentation current under formal change control.
• Training and guidance for peers; continuous improvement to lift quality and delivery.
• Execute the plan to ensure on-time delivery to customers.

What you bring on day one

• High School Diploma/equivalent (advanced technical training a plus).
• At least 5 years running Swiss-style lathes in manufacturing.
• Exposure to Citizen, Tsugami, or comparable Swiss platforms (preferred).
• Comprehensive understanding of machinery, tooling, measuring, and gauging; solid production-process knowledge.
• Expert-level setups; fluent in reading prints, routers, and setup files.
• Awareness of cosmetic and functional part requirements.
• Basic CNC programming knowledge.
• Confident communicator across production floors, technical staff, and management.
• Working familiarity with lean principles.
• Dependable execution of Supervisor direction.
• Commitment to company values and professional behavior.
• Understanding of Avalign’s Quality System and Measurement Instruction Sheet layout/purpose, plus Avalign’s Compliance Policies.

Your toolkit

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• G-Code
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines you’ll command

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
• CNC Swiss Lathe
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)