Precision CNC Swiss Machinist — 2nd Shift

Viant Medical Inc.; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance & Disability

Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary Life

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Viant Medical Inc. is seeking a Swiss Machinist to set up and run CNC Swiss-style lathes for precision medical device components. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, adjust programs, and perform inspections to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.

The role operates on 2nd shift (2:00pm–10:00pm) and requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or vocational training in machining or manufacturing technology preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating and setting up CNC Swiss lathes in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Medical device, aerospace, or highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMPs, SOPs, and company practices.
• Set up and operate CNC Swiss lathes to produce complex, high-precision components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and specifications.
• Install tooling, fixtures, and machine accessories for production.
• Adjust offsets and edit programs to maintain dimensional accuracy and optimize performance.
• Perform initial, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Monitor performance to meet quality, efficiency, and delivery goals.
• Maintain GMP, ISO 13485, and company quality procedures.
• Complete production documentation accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams on new product introductions and process improvements.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and keep equipment in safe condition.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

CNC Swiss machining

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Education

Technical machining degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Star Swiss lathe

Citizen Swiss lathe

Tsugami Swiss lathe

Tornos Swiss lathe

Job description

Viant Medical Inc. is seeking a Swiss Machinist to set up and run CNC Swiss-style lathes for precision medical device components. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, adjust programs, and perform inspections to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.

The role operates on 2nd shift (2:00pm–10:00pm) and requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support process improvements.