CNC Swiss Lathe Setup Machinist – Day Shift (Swiss / Fanuc)

🔎 At a Glance

• Company: Mount Mfg
• Location: Harvey, MI (Marquette County) (On-site | Relocation Assistance Available)
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $30 – $40 per hour (based on experience)
• Shift: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Overtime: As Needed
• Experience Level: Mid to Senior (5–10 years CNC machining, 2+ years Swiss setup required)
• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Published: April 2026

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth in Mount Mfg’s orthopedic medical device programs and increasing demand for high-precision Swiss-machined components.

At Mount Mfg, this position plays a critical role in producing tight-tolerance implants and surgical instruments, ensuring quality, repeatability, and efficient production in a regulated manufacturing environment.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up, troubleshoot, and operate CNC Swiss lathes (sliding headstock)
• Install tooling, set offsets, and configure workholding and coolant systems (high & low pressure)
• Run production and repeat jobs while maintaining tight tolerances
• Make minor program edits at the machine (feeds, speeds, deburring passes, sequence adjustments)
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections using proper documentation practices
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Troubleshoot machining issues and maintain process stability
• Collaborate with machinists, programmers, and quality teams
• Support new operators and contribute to a team-oriented shop culture

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Machines, Controls & Equipment

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: Star SR20 series, Tsugami Swiss lathes (multi-axis, sliding headstock)
• Controls: Fanuc
• Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators
• Environment: Clean, organized, medical device manufacturing facility

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Stainless steel
• Titanium
• Aluminum
• Medical-grade alloys

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• 2+ years of CNC Swiss lathe setup experience
• Strong understanding of Swiss machining, tooling, and offsets
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Experience performing inspections and holding tight tolerances
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience in medical device manufacturing
• Familiarity with ISO 13485:2016 and 21 CFR Part 820
• Exposure to secondary processes (finishing, passivation, anodizing, etc.)

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Mount Mfg because:

• Clean, modern, air-conditioned shop environment
• Advanced Swiss equipment and tooling
• Stable workload in the medical device industry
• Real opportunity to grow into advanced setup, programming, or leadership roles
• Team culture that respects skilled machinists

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $30 – $40/hr (DOE)
Pay Notes: Sign-on bonus + relocation assistance available

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Overtime: As needed

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Why Marquette County, MI?

• Short commutes and affordable cost of living
• Access to Lake Superior and year-round outdoor recreation
• Safe, tight-knit community
• Ideal for machinists who prefer lifestyle + stability over big-city congestion

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Apply

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