Machinist

Job Title: CNC Swiss Machinist / Swiss Machine Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on operating CNC Swiss‑type lathes to manufacture high‑precision medical device components in a regulated, quality‑driven environment. You will run production on modern Swiss equipment, hold extremely tight tolerances, and perform detailed in‑process inspections while following documented FDA, ISO, and internal quality procedures. The position is well‑suited for an experienced CNC Swiss professional who enjoys precision work, problem‑solving at the machine, and contributing to reliable, life‑impacting products.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Swiss‑type lathes with sliding headstock to produce medical device components to exact specifications.
• Run production on Swiss machines such as Citizen, Tornos, Star, Tsugami, Miyano, or Hanwha equipment.
• Monitor parts throughout the machining process to ensure tight tolerances at the micron and tenths level are consistently achieved.
• Perform thorough in‑process and final inspections using precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality.
• Make tool offset adjustments to compensate for tool wear and maintain part accuracy.
• Adjust feeds and speeds to optimize part quality, tool life, and cycle time.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical prints, including dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, including lot traceability records, inspection reports, and other quality paperwork.
• Follow FDA, ISO, and internal quality procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Utilize Fanuc or Mitsubishi controllers to set up and run CNC programs using G‑code and M‑code.
• Support changeovers and setups or setup‑assist activities on Swiss machines as needed.
• Apply SPC and statistical process control methods to monitor and improve machining processes.
• Participate in First Article Inspections (FAI) to validate new or revised parts.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, including surface finish, dimensional variation, and tool performance.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to maintain stable, efficient production and continuous improvement in a high‑precision environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating CNC Swiss / Swiss‑type lathes.
• Proven experience in medical device, orthopedic, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to operate and run production on Swiss machines such as Citizen, Tornos, Star, Tsugami, Miyano, or Hanwha.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including understanding of dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Demonstrated ability to hold extremely tight tolerances at micron and tenths levels.
• Hands‑on experience making tool offset adjustments to maintain part accuracy.
• Ability to adjust feeds and speeds to meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Familiarity with Fanuc or Mitsubishi CNC controllers, including use of G‑code and M‑code.
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools, including micrometers, calipers, pin gauges, and preferably optical comparators.
• Experience following FDA, ISO, and internal quality procedures in a regulated production environment.
• Comfort working with CNC programming concepts and machine operation on multi‑axis equipment, including 4‑axis and 5‑axis capabilities where applicable.
• Solid troubleshooting skills for machining processes, including setup, changeover, and production issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with medical‑grade materials such as stainless steel (17‑4, 316L), titanium, cobalt chrome, nitinol, and engineering plastics (PEEK, Delrin).
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is highly transferable and valued.
• Exposure to SPC and statistical process control techniques for monitoring process capability and stability.
• Familiarity with GD&T and its application in precision machining and inspection.
• Experience with First Article Inspections (FAI) in a production environment.
• Setup or setup‑assist experience on CNC Swiss machines, including tooling, workholding, and program verification.
• Knowledge of braiding, advanced CNC machining, or related precision manufacturing processes is beneficial.
• Understanding of lot traceability requirements and documentation practices in regulated industries.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, quality‑focused production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, modern, and safety‑focused facility dedicated to high‑precision manufacturing and continuous improvement. The production environment is stable and structured, avoiding the stress of constant high‑mix, low‑volume job shop changes. You will have the opportunity to deepen your Swiss machining expertise and grow into setup, lead, or advanced Swiss roles as you develop. The culture emphasizes quality, reliability, and professional growth, providing a supportive setting for skilled machinists who take pride in producing critical, high‑precision components.

Work Environment

The role is based in a high‑precision, quality‑driven medical manufacturing environment that operates under FDA, ISO, and internal quality systems. You will work on modern CNC Swiss‑type lathes, including platforms such as Citizen, Tornos, Star, Tsugami, Miyano, and Hanwha, equipped with Fanuc or Mitsubishi controls and multi‑axis capabilities. Daily work involves using precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, pin gauges, and optical comparators, as well as applying SPC and other statistical tools. The facility is clean, organized, and safety‑focused, with stable production work rather than high‑mix, low‑volume job shop conditions, providing a consistent and predictable workload in a professional manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bartlett, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bartlett,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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