Swiss Programmer/Operator 1

ARCH Cutting Tools; North Manchester (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will utilize your expertise in operating and programming CNC Swiss Lathes and Mills to perform precision machining operations. Your ability to interpret blueprints and perform first-piece inspections will ensure high-quality production standards. This opportunity offers the chance to work independently while mentoring others, contributing to a collaborative and innovative environment. If you're passionate about machining and ready to take on new challenges, this position is an excellent fit for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with CNC Swiss Lathes/Mills required.
• Ability to read complicated blueprints and perform inspections.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and program CNC Swiss machine for various machining operations.
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications using measuring instruments.

Skills

CNC Swiss Lathes/Mills operation

Blueprint interpretation

Problem-solving skills

Inspection tools familiarity

Machine programming

Team player

Tools

CNC Swiss machine

Micrometers

Calipers

Limit gauges

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Ability to program parts at the machine. Selects cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts and cutting tools to be used on basis of experience and knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics, or by referring to tables, charts, or instructions on set up sheet. Mounts cutting tools in tool holders and mounts them on machine, using wrenches, verifying their position with gauges and other measuring instruments.
• Starts machine, observes operation, and verifies conformance of first-run and sample work pieces to specifications, using such instruments as micrometers, calipers, limit gauges, and scales. Capable of running multiple machines.
• Determines tool life requirements and replaces worn tools.
• Set up, operate, program & edit CNC Swiss machine to perform machining operations, such as turning, boring, facing, and threading on castings, forgings, and bar stock.
• Requires little to no supervision/assistance to perform job tasks.
• Ability to read complicated blueprints and/or sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, operating and editing as required. A good understanding of machine level language programming.
• Ability to develop procedures and design fixtures or tooling.
• Ability to troubleshoot production and adjust machines accordingly.
• Ability and desire to be a team player and mentor to others.
• Perform machining operations, such as turning, boring, facing, and threading on castings, forgings, and bar stock; and other assignments as necessary.
• May be required to work on other equipment/machines within the Company.
• Ability to lead other personnel a major plus.

Qualifications/Skills

• 3+ years of experience operating, setting up, and programming on CNC Swiss Lathes/Mills.
• Capable of setting up and running Swiss machine centers and other CNC machines.
• Will be fully independent machinists.
• Interpret part configurations and dimensions from prints/drawings.
• Ability to perform 1st piece inspections on machined parts.
• Must be familiar with common inspection tools.
• Could be responsible for running up to 3 machines at one time.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.
• Knowledge of STAR and SWISS CNC lathes.

Additional Notes

ARCH Global Holdings, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Holdings, LLC are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions