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CNC Turning Setup Specialist (Swiss & Lathe)TekPro Engineering • Leland, NC, US
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CNC Turning Setup Specialist (Swiss & Lathe)

CNC Turning Setup Specialist (Swiss & Lathe)

TekPro Engineering • Leland, NC, US
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About the Opportunity

TekPro has teamed up with a high‑performing precision component manufacturer in Wilmington, NC. They’re recognized for complex, tight‑tolerance parts and a commitment to advanced technology and exceptional machinists. With the local precision market expanding, this role offers meaningful long‑term growth.

Role Snapshot

  • Focus: Setup and production on Star Swiss CNC machines; opportunities for seasoned CNC lathe setup machinists to cross‑train into Swiss.
  • Impact: Ensure reliable, efficient throughput while holding demanding tolerances.
  • Environment: Modern equipment, quality‑driven culture, supportive team.

Core Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate Star Swiss CNC machines.
  • Execute medium to advanced setups efficiently.
  • Install tooling, adjust and update offsets, and fine‑tune programs.
  • Load and run production to established manufacturing plans.
  • Track tool wear; replace tooling proactively.
  • Perform first‑piece inspections and submit internal first articles to Quality.
  • Verify part conformity using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and related precision instruments.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience setting up and operating Star Swiss CNC equipment.
  • 4+ years of CNC machining in production or job‑shop settings.
  • Robust Swiss or CNC lathe setup expertise.
  • Blueprint literacy with strong GD&T comprehension.
  • Hands‑on experience with precision inspection tools.
  • Bonus: Exposure to four‑ and five‑axis machining.

Compensation

  • Experienced Star Swiss Setup Machinists: $32–$40/hr
  • Experienced CNC Lathe Setup Machinists (Training into Swiss): $28–$30/hr
  • Operators with a few years of CNC experience: Starting around $25/hr
  • Potential sign‑on bonuses available for exceptional Swiss Machinists.

Career Development

  • Lathe setup specialists with strong fundamentals can train into Swiss machining.
  • Work alongside seasoned Swiss experts and leverage high‑end Star platforms.

Location

Wilmington, NC (on‑site)

Why Join

  • High‑mix, tight‑tolerance work that keeps your skills sharp.
  • Company investment in technology and people.
  • Stable, growing market with long‑term opportunity.

Apply to turn your setup expertise into lasting impact.

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CNC Turning Setup Specialist (Swiss & Lathe) • Leland, NC, US

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