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Swiss Lathe Operator / Programmer

Roper Whitney
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/28/2025 CLOSED ON 12/27/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swiss Lathe Operator / Programmer position at Roper Whitney?

Pay Range: $28.00 – $40.00 per hour
1st or 2nd shift available

PURPOSE/FUNCTION/SUMMARY (TRAINING NEEDS)

Program, set up and operate Star Swiss Style CNC lathe and Haas Live Tooling Lathes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Verifies that all product produced meets customer specifications and is in accordance with Company quality standards.

  • Programs, performs set-up and operates CNC lathes.
  • Operates variety of machines when needed.
  • Reads blueprints and gages.
  • Provides assistance to co-workers as needed, in the spirit of teamwork, with the goal of meeting or exceeding customer requirements.
  • Supports and promotes a team environment.
  • Meets or exceeds all production and quality standards.
  • All other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience/Skills: 1 year of CNC Swiss Lathe programming, set-up and operating experience.

Please email your resume to hr@roperwhitney.com

Salary : $28 - $40

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