Swiss CNC Setup Machinist – 1st Shift (Kenosha)

EXALTA Group; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

EXALTA Group in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Swiss Setup Machinist for 1st shift to set up, operate and troubleshoot Swiss CNC machines. You will read blueprints, apply GD&T, and ensure tight tolerances in a medical device component environment.

Qualified candidates have at least 2 years of Swiss machining setup experience, familiarity with Citizen or Star machines, and a solid understanding of precision measurement tools. Join our ISO/FDA-regulated facility and contribute to quality production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of Swiss machining setup experience.
• Experience with Citizen and/or Star Swiss CNC machines.
• Job shop manufacturing experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Swiss CNC machines.
• Perform tooling changes, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Work with standard and metric measurements and tight tolerances.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Review and interpret CMM inspection reports.
• Complete production documentation and ERP transactions accurately.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Meet safety, quality, and production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Precision mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Citizen Swiss CNC

Star Swiss CNC

Micrometers & calipers

CMM reports reading

Job description

EXALTA Group in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Swiss Setup Machinist for 1st shift to set up, operate and troubleshoot Swiss CNC machines. You will read blueprints, apply GD&T, and ensure tight tolerances in a medical device component environment.

Qualified candidates have at least 2 years of Swiss machining setup experience, familiarity with Citizen or Star machines, and a solid understanding of precision measurement tools. Join our ISO/FDA-regulated facility and contribute to quality production.