Swiss Lathe Specialist

Maynard; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

SEP IRA

Health plan

Aerospace projects

Mentorship

Team culture

Machinist development

Job summary

Maynard Inc. in Northwest Arkansas seeks an experienced Swiss Lathe Specialist to set up and operate Tsugami Swiss lathes, producing tight-tolerance aerospace/defense components. You will train junior machinists on setup techniques, process control, and inspection on the shop floor.

The role requires rapid, repeatable setups, strong GD&T reading skills, and a dedication to quality and safety. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive pay and benefits in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• Proven multi-axis Swiss lathe experience — Required. Tsugami preferred.
• Strong understanding of Swiss-type machining and complex multi-axis operations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform fast, accurate machine setups.
• Experience producing tight-tolerance precision components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Comfortable working from CNC programs and established machining processes.
• Strong understanding of part inspection and precision measurement.
• Experience working to aerospace and defense quality standards preferred.
• Ability and willingness to train, coach, and develop other machinists.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis Tsugami Swiss lathes to produce complex precision components.
• Perform rapid, accurate, and repeatable machine setups while minimizing downtime.
• Keep machines running efficiently and in cycle while maintaining production requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and CNC programs.
• Prove out first articles and make necessary adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain tight tolerances and consistently produce quality parts.
• Perform in-process and final inspection of your own work using appropriate precision measuring equipment.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain quality, consistency, and productivity.
• Identify and address process issues to reduce scrap and improve repeatability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Train and mentor developing machinists in machine setup, process control, quality requirements, inspection, and Maynard shop standards.
• Lead by example through strong work ethic, attention to detail, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality.
• Must Achieve Setup times consistently and drive reduction in runtimes.

Skills

Swiss Lathe Experience

Multi-axis Machining

Setup Skills

GD&T Knowledge

Reading Drawings

Tools

Tsugami Swiss Lathe

CNC Programming

Job description

Competitive pay and compensation benefits package. Candidates must possess strong work ethic and problem solving skills. Drug test and background check required.

Swiss Lathe Specialist

Maynard Inc. | Northwest Arkansas

Location: Springdale / Fayetteville, AR

Job Type: Full-Time – ON SITE

Pay: $35.00 – $40.00+ per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday 7:00AM- 3:30PM preferred. but flexible.

About Maynard Inc.

Since 1982, Maynard Inc. has been a trusted leader in high-precision CNC machining and advanced fabrication, delivering critical components, assemblies, and kits for aerospace, space, defense, and commercial customers worldwide. With over 250,000 square feet of ITAR-controlled manufacturing space and more than 40 years of innovation, we are a growth-focused team committed to quality, reliability, and continual improvement.

Position Summary

The Swiss Lathe Specialist will set up and operate multi-axis Swiss lathes (Tsugami Preferred) to produce complex, tight-tolerance components for demanding aerospace and defense applications.

This is a hands-on machining position for an experienced Swiss machinist who understands the importance of fast, accurate setups, process control, quality, and productivity. In addition to producing quality parts, this position will require an important role in training and mentoring developing machinists by teaching setup techniques, machining processes, inspection methods, and shop standards directly on the floor.

Tsugami Swiss experience is required. The ability to perform rapid, repeatable setups is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis Tsugami Swiss lathes to produce complex precision components.
• Perform rapid, accurate, and repeatable machine setups while minimizing downtime.
• Keep machines running efficiently and in cycle while maintaining production requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and CNC programs.
• Prove out first articles and make necessary adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain tight tolerances and consistently produce quality parts.
• Perform in-process and final inspection of your own work using appropriate precision measuring equipment.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain quality, consistency, and productivity.
• Identify and address process issues to reduce scrap and improve repeatability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Train and mentor developing machinists in machine setup, process control, quality requirements, inspection, and Maynard shop standards.
• Lead by example through strong work ethic, attention to detail, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality.
• Must Achieve Setup times consistently and drive reduction in runtimes.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Proven multi-axis Swiss lathe experience — Required. *Tsugami Preferred
• Strong understanding of Swiss-type machining and complex multi-axis operations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform fast, accurate machine setups.
• Experience producing tight-tolerance precision components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Comfortable working from CNC programs and established machining processes.
• Strong understanding of part inspection and precision measurement.
• Experience working to aerospace and defense quality standards preferred.
• Ability and willingness to train, coach, and develop other machinists.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States in an ITAR-controlled manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Full-time, on-site position in Northwest Arkansas
• Overtime opportunities
• SEP IRA
• Competitive health plan through top-tier medical providers
• Opportunity to work on complex aerospace and defense components
• Hands-on training and mentorship opportunities
• A team-oriented environment focused on quality, productivity, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to contribute not only through your own machining skills, but by helping develop the next generation of skilled machinists

Maynard Inc. — Precision manufacturing for defense.

Why Maynard? At Maynard, Inc. we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some of the best benefits in the industry. Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with Maynard, Inc. depends soley on your qualifications.