CNC Swiss Lathe Operator

Huber + Suhner AG•Warren, MI

3d•$22 - $28

About The Position

The CNC Swiss Lathe Operator operates, monitors, and maintains Swiss-type CNC machines used to produce connector components and other precision parts. The role ensures machines run safely and efficiently, performs inspections throughout production, makes necessary machine and tool adjustments, and identifies quality issues. During the first 90 days, the training schedule is 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. After probation, the permanent schedule is 10:30 AM–7:00 PM. A 9% shift differential applies to hours worked after 3:30 PM. The operator runs production on Star models SW-12Rll, SR-20Jll Type B, and SR-32Jlll Type B; loads bar stock and monitors bar feeders; performs basic machine checks; and uses precision measuring tools. The role includes making basic offset adjustments under supervision or as trained, troubleshooting machining and dimensional issues, following production and inspection documentation, reading drawings and tolerances, communicating machine, quality, or material concerns to the supervisor, and maintaining a safe, organized work area. The position requires physical activity on the manufacturing floor, including handling materials and tooling weighing up to 50 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods during shifts of eight hours or longer, and regularly bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching around production equipment. The operator must maintain concentration and attention to detail and communicate with supervisors, machinists, engineers, quality personnel, and other departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience with Star CNC Swiss lathes.
Experience using precision inspection tools.
Understanding of G-code and M-code.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and specifications.
Experience machining stainless steel, aluminium, copper, brass, or similar materials.
Ability to set up, operate, monitor, and adjust CNC Swiss lathes to maintain part quality.
Knowledge of CNC Swiss tooling, guide bushings, collets, and bar feeders.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials, tooling, fixtures, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during an 8-hour or longer shift, and regularly bend, reach, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to work safely around moving machinery, metal chips, coolant, lubricants, oils, noise, and normal manufacturing floor conditions.
Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail while setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC equipment.
Ability to communicate with supervisors, machinists, engineers, quality personnel, and other departments.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, vocational certification, or trade school training in CNC machining or a related field.
Experience with Star SW-12, SR-20, SR-32, or similar Swiss-type lathes.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain Swiss-type CNC machines used to produce connector components and other precision parts.
Run production on Star SW-12Rll, SR-20Jll Type B, and SR-32Jlll Type B machines.
Load bar stock and monitor bar feeders.
Perform basic machine checks during production.
Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, comparators, and drop gages to inspect parts.
Make basic offset adjustments under supervision or as trained.
Troubleshoot tool wear, chatter, burrs, and dimensional issues.
Follow setup sheets, work instructions, inspection plans, and production paperwork.
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, tolerances, and inspection requirements.
Communicate machine issues, quality problems, and material concerns to the supervisor.
Work safely and keep machines, tooling, and work areas organized.
Safely load and unload bar stock, raw materials, finished components, tooling, and machine accessories.