Swiss CNC Setup Technician

**Shifts Available - Monday - Friday**:
**1st Shift**: 6:30 - 3:00PM
- **2nd Shift**: 2:45 - 11:15PM
- **3rd Shift**:10:45 - 7:15AM
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to**:

- Set up and operate one or more Swiss CNC machines to perform a series of machining operations such as turning, drilling, boring, threading and milling according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Help to develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs using advanced software tools, ensuring efficient machining processes and adherence to quality standards.
- Conduct advanced troubleshooting with CNC machines, including mechanical, electrical, and programming problems, to ensure optimal performance and mínimal downtime.
- Maintain accurate records of machine setup, tooling changes, production runs, and quality inspection results to ensure traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by proposing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality in machining processes.
- Set up and load specified bar stock into automatic bar feeders, change follower tip, guides, and fingers.
- Monitor machine operation and verify conformance of work piece to specifications using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, CMM, OASIS, Keyence & functional gauges)
- Make machine and tool adjustments as needed to maintain part conformance.
- Adjust part dimensions with offsets, change inserts, tool centering, adjust/replace collets and guide bushings.
- Consistently check parts for quality control; ensure non-conforming parts are controlled.
- Ensure the router, scheduling board, blueprint, inspection instructions, are gauging box are fully completed for each job run and all inspection requirements are followed; ensure all tooling is accounted for.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of ISO QMS work instructions.
- Consistently clean and maintain machines and related equipment to ensure optimal condition.
- Work closely with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues, improve processes, and achieve production targets.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.

**Brands you will work with**:
Tsugami SS327-5AX (32mm capacity)
Tsugami SS20/26 (20/26mm capacity)
Tsugami S205 (20mm) capacity)
Tsugami BE12-V (12mm capacity)

Tsugami BO205-III (20mm capacity)

Star SR-10J (10mm capacity)

Star SW-12RJII (12mm capacity)

Star SW-20 (20mm capacity)

**Skills & Qualifications**:

- Minimum of three years of experience as a Swiss CNC setup machinist in a machining/manufacturing environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional technical training or certifications in CNC machining and programming preferred.
- Proficient in setting up and operating Swiss CNC machines, with advanced troubleshooting abilities and strong CNC programming skills.
- Ability to analyze complex machining problems and develop effective solutions to improve productivity and quality.
- A positive attitude with exceptional aptitude and drive to grow your skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong work ethic, a drive for results, and reliability.
- Proactive attitude towards identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing changes to drive operational excellence.
- Ability to prioritize time-sensitive projects/tasks.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
- Operational knowledge and ability to use quality inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, comparator, surface tester, indicators, pin & thread gauges, OASIS, Keyence, CMM, etc.)
- Knowledge of basic mathematics (arithmetic & geometry) is required.
- Proficient computer skills with the ability to demonstrate proficiency and accuracy in completing basic data entry within the ERP manufacturing system.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Knowledge of basic metalworking theory (cutting, tooling, material properties, machine tools, cutting fluids and coolants)
- Vision corrected to 20/20

**Benefits & perks of joining the Reader Precision Solutions team include**:
Our manufacturing professionals enjoy a challenging and fast-paced work environment in a high-tech manufacturing facility awarded the **Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year 2023 AND a Top Workplace** by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in 2022 & 2023.** You can expect a work environment that is extremely clean, well lit, organized (5S), and climate-controlled. In addition, our team thrives in a supportive culture that provides engaged leadership, ongoing recognition for performance results, and a great benefits package.
- Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's) with discretionary annual bonus
- 8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift)
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