CNC Machinist (Turning / Swiss / Live Tooling)

• Set up, run, and adjust CNC turning machines, Swiss automatics, and screw machines.
• Edit CNC programs at the machine and make offset, tooling, and parameter changes as required.
• Program and edit CNC code (G-code), and work with CAD/CAM software like Mastercam, Fusion 360, or Solid CAM.
• Independently diagnose and correct dimensional, finish, or concentricity issues
• Produce first-article-approved parts and maintain consistency throughout the production run.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Apply shop math (fractions, decimals, geometry, basic trigonometry) to correct size and location issues.
• Select the correct measuring tools and verify part accuracy at multiple stages of production.
• Use calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, and vision/CMM systems confidently.
• Change tooling, adjust fixtures, and optimize cycle times and tool life.
• Work closely with quality and engineering when process improvements are needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Machines You’ll Work With: (Experience with some is expected)

• CNC Lathes with live tooling, sub-spindles, and twin turrets (Miyano, Mori Seiki, Nakamura, Ganesh)
• CNC Swiss automatics (Citizen L-Series, A-Series)
• Multi-spindle & single-spindle screw machines (Wickman, Davenport, Brown & Sharpe)
• CNC Milling machines (Haas, Kitamura, Fadal)
• Advanced inspection equipment, including CMM and vision systems

• Experience with tight-tolerance, high-precision components using live tooling, Y-axis, C-axis, sub-spindles, and twin-turret machines.
• Understands Material capabilities: Aluminum alloys, Stainless steel, Carbon and alloy steels, Brass and copper alloys
• Experience with plastics or specialty materials is a plus
• 4+ years of hands-on CNC and multi-spindle screw machines experience
• Ability to set up machines, not just operate them
• Comfortable making size, offset, and tooling corrections without supervision
• Strong blueprint reading and tolerance comprehension
• Confident use of precision measuring tools (not just holding them)
• Willingness to take ownership of part quality and machine performance
• Formal schooling is not required if you have 6 years of real-world machining experience.