What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swiss Set-up Operator position at EXALTA?
Location: Onsite – Kenosha, WI
Shift: 2nd Shift | 3PM-1:30AM (Monday-Thursday) | 15% Shift Differential
Join EXALTA and be part of a team that manufactures high-precision components for the medical device industry. We're looking for an experienced Swiss Setup Machinist to help produce quality parts that support innovative healthcare technologies.
What You'll Do
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Swiss CNC machines
- Perform tooling changes, offsets, and program adjustments
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Work with standard and metric measurements and tight tolerances
- Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment to ensure quality standards are met
- Review and interpret CMM inspection reports
- Complete production documentation and ERP transactions accurately
- Perform routine preventative maintenance
- Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes
- Meet safety, quality, and production goals
What You'll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of Swiss machining setup experience
- Experience with Citizen and/or Star Swiss CNC machines preferred
- Job shop manufacturing experience preferred
- Strong blueprint reading skills
- Solid understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Ability to work with both standard and metric dimensions
- Experience using precision measuring tools, including micrometers and calipers
- Ability to read and understand CMM reports
- Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
- Experience in an ISO and/or FDA-regulated environment is a plus
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Temperature-controlled manufacturing facility
- Exposure to machinery, coolants, and machining oils
- Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 12 hours)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent bending, twisting, and repetitive movement
EXALTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect every employee as an individual, and we hire and promote based on qualifications, performance, and potential - without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $28 - $34