CNC Swiss Setup​/Operator

At a Glance

Company: Lusk Quality Machine Products

Location: Palmdale, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2+ Years

Machine Type: CNC Swiss

Controls: Fanuc, Mitsubishi

CAM Software: ESPRIT

As a CNC Swiss Setup Machinist / Operator, you'll be responsible for supporting production while helping operators achieve quality and productivity goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Set up and operate CNC Swiss turning centers
• Support and mentor Swiss machine operators
• Troubleshoot machining and production issues
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T
• Select tooling and establish machine offsets
• Verify first‑piece and in‑process inspections
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring equipment
• Monitor cycle times, quality, and production performance
• Make program and machine adjustments as needed
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and collaborative work environment

You'll work with industry‑leading equipment including:

Swiss Machines

• Citizen M Series
• Citizen L Series
• Citizen A Series
• Tsugami SS Series
• Tsugami BS Series

Controls

• Fanuc
• Mitsubishi

CAM Software

• ESPRIT

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Heat‑treated alloys

• 2+ years of CNC Swiss machining experience
• Experience setting up and operating Swiss turning centers
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Understanding of GD&T
• Knowledge of G and M codes
• Ability to troubleshoot machining processes
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Team‑oriented mindset with excellent communication skills

• Leadership or lead operator experience
• Experience mentoring machinists or operators
• Experience with Citizen or Tsugami Swiss machines
• ESPRIT programming experience
• Manufacturing process improvement experience Why Join Lusk Quality Machine Products?

  For nearly five decades, Lusk Quality Machine Products has earned a reputation for producing high‑quality precision machined components while investing in both technology and people.

  Machinists appreciate working here because of:

  • Stable family‑owned company established in 1976
  • Modern Citizen Swiss equipment
  • Diverse precision machining work
  • ISO 9001 certified manufacturing environment
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor fellow machinists
  • Collaborative team culture
  • Long‑term career stability
  About Lusk Quality Machine Products

  Lusk Quality Machine Products is a family‑owned precision machining company located in Palmdale, California. Since 1976, we have specialized in high‑volume precision turning, Swiss machining, CNC milling, and multi‑spindle screw machining for customers throughout the United States and around the world.

  With advanced Citizen Swiss machines, Miyano CNC lathes, Nakamura equipment, in‑house engineering, and ISO 9001 certification, we continue to deliver precision components with exceptional quality and customer service.

  Apply Today

  If you’re an experienced CNC Swiss Setup Machinist looking for a stable shop with modern equipment and opportunities to grow into a leadership role, we’d like to hear from you.

  Apply today through hireCNC.