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Swiss CNC Machine Set Up Technician

Swiss CNC Machine Set Up Technician

locationIndianapolis, IN, USA
remoteNot Applicable
PublishedPublished: 2/27/2026
Full Time
2+ years of experience
$25 - $35 an hour

🔎At a Glance

Company: Olson Custom Designs
Location: Indianapolis, IN (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift (Standard Hours)
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2–4 Years Swiss CNC Setup Experience)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth in aerospace, defense, and medical device programs requiring tight-tolerance Swiss machining.

At Olson Custom Designs, Swiss turning operations are essential to producing complex, high-precision components. The Swiss CNC Setup Technician ensures programs run correctly, setups are executed flawlessly, and parts meet tolerance requirements as tight as ±0.0002".

This is not a button-pushing role — it is precision setup work that directly impacts product quality and customer performance.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

  • Set up Swiss-type CNC turning centers and mill-turn machines
  • Select and install tooling, guide bushings, collets, and workholding
  • Load programs and establish accurate tool and work offsets
  • Run and inspect first articles before releasing jobs to production
  • Hold tolerances to ±0.0002" when required
  • Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools
  • Troubleshoot tooling wear, offset drift, and setup issues
  • Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain quality and cycle efficiency
  • Document setup details to support AS9100 & ISO 13485 requirements
  • Collaborate with programmers, quality, and production teams

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

  • Tornos Swiss CNC Turning Centers
  • Multi-Axis Swiss & Mill-Turn Machines

Controls:

  • Fanuc
  • Siemens
  • Tornos Controls

Inspection Tools:

  • Micrometers
  • Calipers
  • Bore Gauges
  • Pin Gauges
  • Optical Comparators

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Materials You’ll Work With

  • Stainless Steel
  • Titanium
  • Aluminum
  • Brass
  • Aerospace & Medical Alloys

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What We’re Looking For

Required

  • 2–4 years of experience setting up Swiss-type CNC turning machines
  • Strong understanding of Swiss tooling, guide bushings, and collets
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
  • Comfortable performing first-article and in-process inspections
  • Experience holding tight tolerances
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused

Preferred

  • Aerospace, defense, or medical device manufacturing experience
  • Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 13485 environments
  • Experience in lean manufacturing or 5S environments

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Swiss machinists choose Olson Custom Designs because:

  • Climate-controlled, professional shop environment
  • Modern Swiss CNC equipment
  • Tight-tolerance aerospace & medical work
  • Steady workload with growth-driven expansion
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • A culture that respects skilled tradespeople

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour (DOE)

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off

Schedule:
Full-Time | Day Shift | Overtime as needed

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Apply

Interested Swiss CNC Setup Technicians can apply directly through hireCNC.

Apply today to join a precision-driven team producing aerospace and medical components in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Years of experience

  • 2+ years of experience

Salary range

  • $25 - $35 an hour

Machine Type Programming Experience

  • Swiss

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