Star Swiss Turning Setup Machinist (Multi‑Axis)

Global Contract Manufacturing; Leland (NC); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Global Contract Manufacturing is seeking a Star Swiss Turning Setup Machinist to translate customer specs into finished parts. You will perform medium-to-complex setups, select and install tooling, and verify quality at the machine to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on Star Swiss setup experience, strong 4-5 axis knowledge, and familiarity with shop-control systems like Epicor. You will collaborate across departments to meet schedules and quality targets.

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years in production/job-shop machining required.
• Hands-on setup and operation of Star Swiss equipment required.
• Strong 4- and 5-axis machining knowledge.
• Familiarity with Epicor or shop control systems is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Open job traveler, review specs, and call up the correct Swiss program.
• Set up tooling, update fixturing, and offsets for a clean startup.
• Load material and run to plan; monitor tool life and wear.
• Inspect parts using precision instruments and apply GD&T as required.
• Drive Lean/5S to keep a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate across teams, translating instructions into actions.

Kenntnisse

4+ years experience

Star Swiss setup

4-5 axis machining

Lean/5S

Epicor experience

Tools

Star Swiss equipment

Epicor

Jobbeschreibung

Role SnapshotAs a Star Swiss Turning Setup Machinist, you turn customer specifications into finished parts by executing medium-to-complex setups, selecting and installing tooling, updating fixturing, and pulling existing Swiss lathe programs. You will set up and run Star Swiss equipment, control quality at the machine, and keep production moving efficiently and safely.A day in the lifeOpen the job traveler, review the manufacturing plan/product specifications, and call up the correct Swiss program.Select, install, and qualify tooling; update fixturing; set work/geometry/tool offsets for a clean startup.Perform medium-complexity setups on production parts (non-CFA, FA, or SCR jobs).Load raw material/parts and run to plan, monitoring tool life and wear; change tools per the tool-life schedule.Produce an internal first article and make any offset/tooling adjustments needed to pass QA.Inspect parts at the machine with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pins, and other precision tools.Read and apply blueprint requirements and advanced GD&T to align print, program, and setup for conformance.Deburr in-process work and maintain part identification, counts, labels, and stamps per shop-paper procedures.Track standard times, and proactively alert your lead/supervisor if a job is trending over or under target.Clock in/out of each operation by the sequence number on the work order.Champion Lean/Continuous Improvement and 5S to eliminate waste and sustain a clean, organized area.How you’ll collaborateOperate with strong self-management and professionalism across teams and departments.Listen, communicate clearly, and incorporate new ideas and different viewpoints.Translate verbal/written instructions and even handmade sketches into action.Bring a quick-learning, adaptable, problem-solving mindset to every setup and run.Qualifications4+ years in a production or job-shop machining environment.Hands-on experience setting up and operating Star Swiss equipment (required).Strong background in 4- and 5-axis machining concepts and practices.Familiarity with manufacturing scheduling/shop control systems (Epicor experience is a plus).Physical demandsClose vision and focus adjustment to read dials, blueprints, and precision gages for part inspection.Able to listen for changes in machine sounds and respond appropriately.Regular standing, walking, pushing, overhead reach, and bending; frequent sitting and fine hand work.Occasional lifting/moving of items up to 50 lbs.Work environmentLoud machining areas with moving equipment and rotating components.Potential exposure to fumes, mist, dust, cutting fluids, and oils.SafetyFollow all applicable EHS regulations, company policies, and safe-work practices.Use required PPE and adhere to shop-safety standards at all times.Machines & technologies you’ll useCNC Swiss Lathe (Star platform)