Swiss Lathe Machinist — Precise CNC, 1st Shift

DRT Holdings, LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

DRT Holdings, LLC is seeking a skilled Swiss Lathe Machinist to join our Midland, TX manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, inspect, and program a Swiss Lathe to meet safety, quality, and production goals.

Applicants should have 3+ years of Swiss-style lathe CNC experience, be proficient in blueprints and tolerances, and demonstrate strong attention to detail in a precision manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Swiss-style Lathe CNC machining experience.
• Multi-axis machining experience (milling and/or turning).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience reading blueprints and understanding tolerances.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Machine Setup & Operation: Set up and operate conventional Swiss Lathe.
• Blueprint Interpretation & Planning: Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Tooling & Fixturing: Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials on machines.
• Machine Programming & Controls: Calculate and set machining parameters and input/edit CNC programs as needed.
• Process Monitoring & Adjustment: Monitor operations and adjust for malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Inspection & Quality Assurance: Verify conformance using measuring tools.
• Setup Validation: Perform trial runs to confirm accuracy of settings and outputs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineering, production, and programming teams to resolve challenges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Swiss CNC Lathe

Multi-axis machining

Blueprint reading

Math & measurement

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc controls

Okuma controls

Job description

DRT Holdings, LLC is seeking a skilled Swiss Lathe Machinist to join our Midland, TX manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, inspect, and program a Swiss Lathe to meet safety, quality, and production goals.

Applicants should have 3+ years of Swiss-style lathe CNC experience, be proficient in blueprints and tolerances, and demonstrate strong attention to detail in a precision manufacturing environment.