R&D Swiss Machinist

HIGHRIDGE Inc.; Westminster, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Highridge Medical is seeking a skilled R&D Swiss Machinist to create prototype parts and fixtures from drawings and CAD. You will program Swiss CNC machines with PartMaker, operate mills and lathes, and inspect outputs for accuracy.

You will collaborate with engineering on DFM, document processes, and perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment in top condition. Strong detail orientation is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating Swiss Type CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate manual and CNC equipment and conventional metal cutting and plastic working equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs with PartMaker and set up Swiss CNC machines.
• Operate mills, lathes, hand tools, bead blasters, and sanders to produce prototype parts and fixtures.
• Perform inspection on parts and fixtures to ensure specifications are met.
• Review CAD drawings and models; collaborate on design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Document machining activities and inspection results; support vendor transfers.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and keep equipment in good working order.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration with engineering teams

Quality-oriented

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Technical degree or machining certification

Tools

Swiss-type CNC equipment

Mills / Lathes / Hand tools

Job description

R&D Swiss MachinistHighridge Medical creates innovative spinal solutions across the spectrum from Motion Preservation to MIS to Bone Healing to Core Spine. Working at Highridge Medical is not just work. Life at Highridge Medical is purpose driven. Every day, you have the privilege of using your talents to demonstrate Confidence in your work and restore Confidence for our patients. Confidence that moves.We are seeking an R&D Swiss Machinist responsible for manufacturing engineering prototypes, test fixtures, and modifying existing parts to support product development. This individual will work from drawings, models, sketches, and verbal instructions while collaborating closely with engineering teams to create high-quality prototype components, assemblies, and fixtures.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:· Creates CNC programs with PartMaker, sets up Swiss CNC machines, and operates equipment to create parts and fixtures.· Operates manual equipment, including mills, lathes, hand tools, and finishing equipment such as bead blasters and sanders, to create prototype parts, assemblies, and test fixturing.· Perform inspection on parts and fixtures to ensure they are within specifications.· Works from sketches, prints, models, and/or verbal instructions.· May review CAD drawings and models and collaborate with engineers on design for manufacturing (DFM) as part of the product development process.· Performs preventative maintenance and equipment upkeep.· Documents machining activities, setup details, inspection results, and related information as needed to support prototype development and vendor transfers.This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the \"essential functions\" for purposes of the ADA.Expected Areas of Competence (i.e., knowledge, skills, and abilities)· Strong working knowledge and ability to operate Swiss-type CNC equipment.· Ability to operate manual and CNC equipment, as well as conventional metal cutting and plastic working equipment.· Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following applicable procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.· Working knowledge of stainless steel, titanium, UHMWPE plastic, ceramics, cold and hot rolled steel, brass, tool steels, aluminum, rubber, and castings.· Ability to utilize hand tools to assemble and/or modify parts and fixtures.· Capable of laying out work in the most cost-effective manner from the information available.· Ability to collaborate with engineering teams on product design and prototype development.· Strong attention to detail.Education/Experience Requirements· High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required· Minimum of 5 years of experience operating Swiss Type CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment· Technical degree, vocational training, apprenticeship, or certification in machining or a related field preferred.Travel Requirements<5%Pay Range: $45.97- $52.88/hour