Swiss Machinist

Job Description

Master Precision. Machine the Exceptional as a Swiss Machinist

Location: Bloomington, MN | Payrate: $38 - $40/hour | Both 1st and 2nd shifts available

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the manufacturing industry to hire accomplished
** Swiss Machinists
** for a direct hire position.

If you're an expert in multi-axis CNC Swiss machining who enjoys solving complex problems, working with exotic alloys, and producing precision aerospace components, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work where quality, craftsmanship, and technical expertise truly count.

The Opportunity

As a Swiss Machinist, you'll independently set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and operate multi-axis CNC Swiss machines to manufacture tight-tolerance aerospace components.

You'll play an important role in maintaining exceptional quality and productivity while minimizing waste and improving machining processes. Beyond running equipment, you'll serve as an experienced technical resource by supporting process development, troubleshooting challenging operations, completing prove-outs, and helping train other machinists.

What You'll Do

• Independently set up, adjust, and operate multi-axis CNC Swiss machines with live tooling.

• Manufacture tight-tolerance aerospace components from a variety of metals, including exotic alloys.

• Read, interpret, and edit CNC programs and work fluently with G & M codes.

• Calculate and adjust feeds and speeds to maintain dimensional accuracy, quality, and productivity.

• Select, preset, adjust, and replace tooling as required.

• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, job packets, and GD&T requirements.

• Troubleshoot machining and process issues and recommend effective solutions.

• Recognize unsafe setups or processes and recommend appropriate alternatives.

• Collect and enter SPC data using comparators, CMMs, Trimos, gauges, and other measuring instruments.

• Perform daily machine maintenance and communicate maintenance needs beyond your scope.

• Partner with engineers, quality technicians, and supervisors to support process development and continuous improvement.

• Participate in pre-production activities and program prove-outs for new products, tooling, and process changes.

• Recommend improvements to machining and setup procedures.

• Train and assist other operators while supporting departmental quality and productivity goals.

• Perform secondary operations, including deburring, during machine cycle time when required.

• Maintain accurate inventory counts and ensure parts are stored appropriately.

• Keep your work area clean, organized, safe, and efficient.

• Work collaboratively across shifts to support production goals and departmental standards.

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 5 years of CNC Swiss machining experience

• Demonstrated ability to independently set up and operate multi-axis CNC Swiss equipment

• Fluency in G & M codes with the ability to read, understand, and edit CNC programs

• Strong knowledge of machining tooling requirements, including tool presetting

• Experience with:

  • Machining mathematics

  • Blueprint reading

  • Measurement techniques

  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Ability to consistently meet established quality and productivity expectations with minimal supervision

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Strong planning, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• Strong PC skills, including proficiency with Microsoft products

• Solid understanding of manufacturing safety requirements and safe machine setups and operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds

• Ability to stand throughout the workday, except during scheduled breaks

• Ability to safely operate the machinery and tools required for the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year degree in Machining Technology or a CNC machining trade school program

• Experience machining tight-tolerance components for aerospace applications

• Experience working with exotic alloys

• Advanced experience with multi-axis Swiss CNC machines and live tooling

• Experience supporting pre-production runs, program prove-outs, and new tooling

• Experience training or mentoring other machinists

For a seasoned machinist, this is more than an opportunity to run parts. It's a chance to solve problems, improve processes, share your expertise, and produce precision components where every detail…