CNC SWISS Machinist III

Posted Yesterday
Be an Early Applicant
San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
30-40
Senior level
Aerospace • Healthtech • Robotics • Manufacturing
The Role
Sets up and operates CNC Swiss machines for complex production and new parts with minimal supervision. Selects tooling, adjusts offsets and fixturing, monitors tool wear, inspects parts using precision gauges, troubleshoots machining issues, and supports first-article and NPI work. Provides DFM and programming feedback, meets production standards, deburrs parts, and supports Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives while following shop safety requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In

Description

SUMMARY

The CNC SWISS Machinist III is required to set-up and run the most complex proven or new parts with little to no supervision. Responsible for the machining of products in order to meet customer specifications. Operation and light set-up would be done by selecting and installing tooling, updating fixturing, and pulling CNC machining programs.

CORE / LEADERSHIP

  • Self-management - knowledge of what to do and how to act in different situations.
  • Interact with organizational team members and other departments in a professional manner.?? 
  • Being receptive to new ideas and different opinions.
  • Quick Learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Good communication skills
  • Must be able to take verbal and written instructions and work from handmade sketches.
  • Extensive troubleshooting skills. 

JOB

  • Load parts (Ability to load and run parts per Manufacturing plan or Product Specifications)
  • Monitor tooling wear and changing tools as required per tool life monitoring.
  • Inspect parts with mechanical gauges (calipers, mics, height gauges, pins, etc.)
  • Perform setups on production parts and NPI work (CFA, FA, and SCR jobs)
  • CFA – Customer Frist Article or NPI
  • FA – Internal First Article or new process
  • SCR – Customer new process or customer engineering change request
  • Perform tool, offset changes on setup, and submit a passing internal first article to QA.
  • Ability to provide feedback during Design-for-manufacturing (DFM) reviews during initial manufacturing review.
  • Provide feedback to programming on feed, speed, and tooling requirements when performing a NPI setup.
  • Meet job standard times consistently. Communicate to lead or supervisor when jobs are over or under called out standards.  
  • Deburr work in process. 
  • Promote the company initiative of Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement projects and 5S implementation and sustainment. 
  • Clock in and off operations according to sequence number of the work order. 

Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  •  Minimum five to seven years work experience  
  • Five years of trade school, vocational education, or four years formal apprenticeship  
  • Comprehensive knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of blueprint reading, GD & T  
  • Extensive knowledge of accepted inspection practices  
  • Extensive knowledge of CNC programming and G & M code  
  • Extensive probe and tool pre-setter knowledge  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB

  • Visual acuity: near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts
  • Hearing ability: ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes to take appropriate action
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, push, reach overhead, and bend to the floor
  • Frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB

  • High noise levels from operating machines
  • Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
  • Breathing fumes, dust, and mist
  • Skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids

SAFETY

  • Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices
  • Knowledge of Shop safety practices and use of PPE

Skills Required

  • Five to seven years of relevant work experience
  • Five years of trade school or vocational education, or four years of formal apprenticeship
  • Comprehensive knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
  • Extensive knowledge of accepted inspection practices
  • Extensive knowledge of CNC programming and G and M code
  • Extensive knowledge of probes and tool presetters
  • Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions and handmade sketches
  • Knowledge of shop safety practices and PPE
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
300 Employees
Year Founded: 1978

What We Do

GCM is a leading outsourced manufacturer of precision components and assemblies specializing in the medical technology, surgical robotics, aerospace, and industrial markets. The company provides a comprehensive range of solutions, including product design optimization, advanced materials selection, and full-scale mass production. It operates globally through state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located in Silicon Valley, Chicago, Wilmington, and Dongguan.

Similar Jobs

Parakeet Health Logo Parakeet Health

Technical Recruiter

Healthtech • Conversational AI • Generative AI
In-Office
San Francisco, CA, USA
12 Employees
130K-160K Annually
Hybrid
Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
205000 Employees
37K-66K Hourly
Hybrid
Long Beach, CA, USA
205000 Employees
23-31 Hourly
Hybrid
Carson, CA, USA
205000 Employees
23-31 Hourly

Similar Companies Hiring

Outpost Space Thumbnail
Aerospace • Defense
US
24 Employees
LTX Thumbnail
Robotics • Conversational AI • Generative AI
Jerusalem, Israel
200 Employees
Revel.io Thumbnail
Aerospace • Hardware • Robotics • Software
US
50 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account