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2nd Shift - CNC Swiss Lathe Machinist (4P-12:30P)

Helios Technologies
Buffalo Grove, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Feb 2026
💰 $60,089/yr($60,000/yr$60,089/yr)

About the role

Job DetailsJob Location: Schultes Precision - Buffalo Grove, IL 60089Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyIncentives:

401K: 100% Matching 6%

Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program

Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.

 

Job Summary: 

The CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Swiss Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC Star Swiss lathes to produce high quality parts according to blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to read and interpret drawings, understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), with a commitment to Safety and Precision in a Manufacturing environment. 

 

Duties/Responsibilities: 


Operate CNC Swiss Machines with Live Tooling capabilities with high volume quantities 


Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (e.g., Micrometers, Pin gages, Bore gages, Thread gages, Plug gages, Drop Indicators, Height gages, Comparators) 


As required, ability to manual deburr parts during the machining process 


Ability to make offsets to tooling under Fanuc controls 


Identify and resolve machining issues such as tool wear to maintain the customer required dimensions 


Accurately record production data, including quantities and quality inspections 


Follow all safety protocols and ensure the workspace is cleaned and organized 

 

Required Skills/Abilities:  


Ability to read and interpret blueprints 


Understanding of GD&T 


Familiarity with CNC Swiss machines and measuring equipment 


Strong focus on accuracy and quality 


Strong communication skills. 


Ability to hold tolerances as tight as +/-.0002 


Must be able to operate up to 2 machines at a time 

 

Education and Experience: 


High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) 


Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, NIMS, CNC Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) 


At least 3 years of CNC Operation  


Experience on Star Swiss Machines is a plus, but not required 

 

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk, and hear. 

The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  
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