Swiss Lathe - Machinist in Midland, North Carolina at DRT Holdings, LLC
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Job Description
Are you a skilled Swiss Lathe Machinist who takes pride in producing high-precision parts? We're looking for a motivated Swiss Lathe Machinist to join our growing manufacturing team. This position is responsible for the setup, operation, inspection, and on a Swiss Lathe machine while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met.
If you enjoy problem-solving, working with advanced equipment, and being part of a team that values craftsmanship and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Machine Setup & Operation: Set up and operate conventional Swiss Lathe.
- Blueprint Interpretation & Planning: Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
- Tooling & Fixturing: Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials on machines.
- Machine Programming & Controls: Calculate and set machining parameters (speed, feed, coolant flow, depth of cut) and input or edit CNC programs as needed.
- Process Monitoring & Adjustment: Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and make necessary adjustments.
- Inspection & Quality Assurance: Verify conformance of finished workpieces to specifications using appropriate measuring tools.
- Setup Validation: Perform trial runs to confirm accuracy of machine settings and program outputs.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, production, and programming teams to resolve machining or assembly challenges.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
Knowledge & Experience:
- 3+ years Swiss-style Lathe CNC machining experience
- Multi-axis machining experience (milling and/or turning)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in machining, CNC operation, or precision manufacturing
- Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Strong attention to detail and quality
Preferred:
- Experience in precision manufacturing
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Experience with Fanuc, Okuma or similar controls
- Lean manufacturing experience
Machine / Process Exposure
- CNC Turning / Lathe (including live tooling)
What Success Looks Like
- Produces parts that consistently meet quality and tolerance requirements
- Minimizes scrap and rework
- Communicates effectively with team and leadership
Contributes to a safe, efficient, and organized work environment
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1st shift - Monday thru Friday with some flexibility
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