Swiss Turning Machinist & Programmer

Opti Staffing is Hiring!
Position: Swiss Turning Machinist & Programmer
Location: Oregon City, OR
Pay: 35/hr DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Who We Are:
Opti Staffing is partnering with a company that specializes in the highest-quality HPLC, UHPLC, and LC/MS analytical products. They are looking for an experienced Swiss Turning Machinist & Programmer to join their manufacturing team and play a key role in producing high-precision components.
What You’ll Do:

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  Set up and operate Swiss-style CNC turning equipment.
  
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  Program, edit, and optimize CNC programs for Swiss turning applications.
  
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  Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
  
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  Select appropriate tooling, workholding, and cutting parameters.
  
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  Set up machines for both new and repeat production runs.
  
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  Make offsets and program adjustments to maintain tight dimensional requirements.
  
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  Inspect completed parts using precision measuring equipment.
  
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  Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues.
  
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  Optimize cycle times, tooling life, and machining processes.
  
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  Work with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturing processes.
  
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  Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation.
  
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  Monitor parts throughout production to ensure they meet quality requirements.
  
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  Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and consistency.
  

What’s In It for You:

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  Monday–Friday schedule with consistent 7:00 AM–3:30 PM hours
  
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  Work in a precision manufacturing environment
  
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  Opportunity to work with high-quality analytical products used in HPLC, UHPLC, and LC/MS applications
  
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  Hands-on role with both machining and programming responsibilities
  
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  Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and manufacturing efficiency
  
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  Work alongside experienced manufacturing and engineering teams
  

What You Need to Have:

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  Previous experience operating and setting up Swiss CNC turning machines.
  
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  Strong CNC machining and programming experience.
  
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  Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  
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  Strong understanding of cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and machining processes.
  
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  Experience making machine offsets and program adjustments.
  
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  Ability to use precision inspection equipment.
  
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  Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  
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  Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and production standards.
  

The Musts:

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  Proven Swiss turning experience.
  
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  Ability to independently set up Swiss CNC machines.
  
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  Ability to program and edit CNC programs.
  
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  Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills.
  
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  Ability to troubleshoot machining and programming issues.
  
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  Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality parts.
  

Preferred:

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  Experience with multi-axis Swiss turning equipment.
  
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  Experience programming from scratch rather than solely editing existing programs.
  
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  Familiarity with tight-tolerance, high-precision machining.
  
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  Experience working with small, complex components.
  
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  Experience in medical, aerospace, laboratory, or other precision manufacturing environments.
  
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  CNC programming experience with G-code and/or CAM software.
  

Next Steps:
Please respond with an updated resume!

Call Kristian at 360-553-7223 OR Grant at 360-553-7222 to schedule an interview, or drop by for a walk-in interview!

Address:
703 Broadway St, Suite 690
Vancouver, WA 98660