Swiss Operator

Aerotek

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Monthly production bonus up to 4%

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Aerotek in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Swiss Operator to grow skills operating Citizen and Star Swiss CNC machines in a high-quality medical device manufacturing environment. You will perform light setups, edit programs, and collaborate with engineering to produce high-volume precision components.

Responsibilities include running 1,500 to 2,000 parts per shift, interpreting blueprints, making minor tool changes, and using Gibbscam on Fanuc controls.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience operating Swiss-style CNC machines (Citizen/Star).
Experience with Swiss machining processes and lathe-style Swiss operations.
Experience in CNC machining in a production environment.
Ability to edit programs using Gibbscam on Fanuc controls.
Strong geometry and trigonometry skills for setup and inspection.
Ability to read and interpret machining prints and blueprints.

Responsibilities

Operate Citizen and Star Swiss CNC machines to produce precision components in a high-production environment.
Perform light setups, including loading programs, minor edits, tool changes, and verifying machine readiness.
Make program edits using Gibbscam on Fanuc controls to optimize machining processes.
Run high-volume production jobs (1,500–2,000 parts) with consistent quality.
Interpret and work from machining prints, blueprints, and drawings to meet specs.
Collaborate with engineering and designers to improve products and tooling.
Provide feedback to enhance manufacturability and performance.
Maintain quality through in-process inspection and monitoring of processes.

Skills

Swiss machining

CNC machining

Gibbscam programming

Shop math

Read blueprints

Education

Trade school graduate

Tools

Gibbscam

Fanuc controls

Job description

Job Title: Swiss Operator

Job Description

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a developing CNC professional, particularly someone coming out of trade school, to grow their skills operating Swiss-style CNC machines in a high-quality medical device manufacturing environment. You will operate Citizen and Star Swiss machines, perform light setups and program edits, and collaborate closely with engineering and design teams to produce high-volume precision components while maintaining strict quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate Citizen and Star Swiss CNC machines to produce precision components in a high-production environment.
Perform light setups, including loading programs, making minor edits, changing tools, and verifying machine readiness.
Make program edits using Gibbscam software on Fanuc controls to optimize machining processes and ensure part accuracy.
Run high-volume production jobs, typically in the range of 1,500 to 2,000 parts, while maintaining consistent quality and throughput.
Interpret and work from various machining prints, blueprints, and technical drawings to meet exact specifications.
Collaborate with engineering and both internal and external designers to improve final products and tooling designs.
Understand engineering objectives and design intent and provide feedback to enhance manufacturability and performance.
Maintain quality standards through in-process inspection of parts and continuous monitoring of machining processes

Essential Skills

Hands-on experience operating Swiss-style CNC machines, such as Citizen and Star Swiss equipment.
Practical Swiss machining or Swiss operation experience, including familiarity with lathe-style Swiss machining processes.
Experience with CNC machining and numerical control operations in a production environment.
Ability to make program edits using Gibbscam software on Fanuc controls.
Proficiency with shop math and applied mathematics for machining, including basic geometry and trigonometry as used in machine setup and inspection.
Ability to read and interpret machining prints, blueprints, and technical drawings.

Why Work Here?

This organization offers a comprehensive and supportive total rewards package, including a monthly production bonus opportunity of up to 4% of salary, a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, and robust health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance. You will also receive company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, paid parental leave, two weeks of sick pay, and two weeks of paid time off. The culture emphasizes recognition and well-being, with monthly safety drawings, regular appreciation events like free ice cream days, and a strong focus on safety and wellness. Employees enjoy a modern, comfortable facility with on-site amenities and opportunities to balance work and personal wellness.

Work Environment

The work environment is a very clean, modern, and well-maintained manufacturing facility that emphasizes employee wellness and comfort. The site features a spacious lunch and break room with an on-site market where employees can purchase food, snacks, and drinks. There is an employee wellness plan and a dedicated wellness room, as well as a workout facility within the building. The break room includes a ping pong table, providing a relaxed space for employees during breaks. Walking trails surround the facility, allowing employees to enjoy walks during break or lunch. The company regularly hosts a shoe truck on-site for full-time employees to purchase steel‑toed or safety shoes at discounted rates. The overall atmosphere is described as a great place to work, with a strong emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and employee well‑being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: