CNC Machinist, Swiss Preferred

Job Summary
Gaylord Solutions is a fast-growing, engineering-driven contract machining company specializing in high-precision components for defense and aerospace. We are looking for a motivated, hands-on individual to support our Swiss lathe operations.

This position is ideal for someone with Swiss machining experience, or a strong CNC background and the desire to learn Swiss-style machining. The right candidate will be mechanically minded, highly motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership. We are looking for a person that takes pride in their work and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

· Set up, operate, and support Swiss-type CNC lathe operations

· Learn and assist with programming, tooling, and process development

· Work with engineering and quality to ensure parts meet print requirements

· Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements

· Troubleshoot machining issues and support continuous improvement

· Assist with setup reduction, cycle time improvement, and process repeatability

· Maintain a clean, organized, and quality-focused work area

· Take ownership of assigned work and support production goals

Requirements

· Swiss CNC lathe experience preferred, but not required for the right candidate

· CNC lathe or mill experience strongly preferred

· Ability to read blueprints and use basic inspection tools

· Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

· Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

· Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work well with others

· Comfortable in a startup-like environment where priorities can change quickly

· Take pride in producing high-quality work

Preferred Experience

· Star Swiss lathe experience

· PartMaker, SolidCAM, or other CAM software experience

· GD&T knowledge

· Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience

· Setup and tooling experience

Why Gaylord Solutions

· Be part of a growing, high-performance manufacturing team

· Opportunity to learn Swiss machining and grow within the company

· Hands-on position with direct impact on production and process improvement

· Competitive compensation based on experience

· Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off

Pay: $22.00 - $30.36 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $30