Swiss Machinist
FlexTrades is hiring Swiss Machinists for nationwide project-based assignments supporting high-precision, tight-tolerance manufacturing environments. This role is built for machinists who understand Swiss-style CNC machines, can manage frequent setups, and maintain consistent quality in low-volume, high-mix production.
If you are comfortable working independently, reading prints, and producing precision components while managing multiple machines, this opportunity aligns with your skill set.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate Swiss-style CNC machines
- Perform frequent setups and changeovers in a high-mix environment
- Operate one or more machines during a shift based on workflow demands
- Follow blueprints, setup sheets, and work instructions
- Inspect parts to ensure all quality requirements are met
- Complete inspection and production documentation accurately
- Perform basic machine care and maintain a clean work area
- Follow all safety and quality procedures
Qualifications
- Direct experience setting up and operating Swiss-style CNC machines
- Experience working in a low-volume, high-mix machining environment
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and production documentation
- Background producing precision parts in a quality-driven environment
- Comfortable working independently with limited supervision
- Proven attention to detail and ability to document inspection results accurately
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with manual honing or secondary precision finishing processes
- Experience working across multiple CNC platforms including lathe, mill, and grinder
- Background in regulated, medical, aerospace, or similar quality-focused industries
- Willingness to cross-train and rotate between equipment as needed
- Experience performing basic machine care and routine upkeep
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is a manufacturing workforce solutions company that deploys skilled tradespeople and technical specialists to worksites across the United States. We help manufacturers maintain precision, reduce scrap, and meet demanding production schedules by placing experienced professionals who are ready to contribute on day one.
Our teams support aerospace, medical device, automotive, energy, and precision manufacturing operations nationwide. When Swiss machining expertise and consistency matter, FlexTrades delivers.
Apply today to bring your Swiss machining expertise to projects where precision is non-negotiable.
FlexTrades is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
