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Swiss Machinist

Pacific Tool & Gauge
White, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026

Job Overview

Join our innovative manufacturing team as a Programmer (Swiss Machinist), where you will play a vital role in creating precise, high-quality components using advanced Swiss-type CNC machines. This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine your technical expertise with cutting-edge machining technology, ensuring manufacturing excellence through meticulous programming, setup, and operation of Swiss lathe machines. Your skills will directly contribute to delivering precision parts for diverse industries, fostering continuous improvement and operational efficiency. **Only open to experienced candidates.

Duties

  • Develop and optimize CNC programs for Swiss lathe machines using CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks, to ensure accurate machining processes.
  • Interpret complex blueprints, schematics, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) specifications, and technical drawings to produce precise components.
  • Set up and calibrate CNC machines, including electrical discharge machining (EDM), bore gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments to maintain tight tolerances.
  • Utilize CNC programming languages to execute machining operations efficiently while adhering to safety standards.
  • Conduct quality inspections using coordinate measuring machines (CMM), dial indicators, bore gauges, and other precision tools to verify dimensions and geometric accuracy.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve productivity across machining operations.
  • Troubleshoot machine issues, perform routine maintenance, and adjust tooling or programming as needed to optimize performance.

Experience

  • Proven experience programming and operating Swiss-type CNC lathe machines in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong proficiency in CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks, for designing and programming parts.
  • Extensive knowledge of CNC programming languages and familiarity with G-code is essential.
  • Demonstrated ability to read complex blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings with an understanding of GD&T principles.
  • Mechanical aptitude combined with knowledge of tooling selection, geometry calculations, and machining techniques for precision manufacturing.
  • Experience working with electrical discharge machining (EDM), coordinate measuring machines (CMM), bore gauges, micrometers, calipers, and other precision measurement tools.
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices aimed at continuous improvement within a fast-paced production setting.

Pay: From $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34

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