4 CNC Swiss Machinist Jobs in Massachusetts

🔎 At a glance

Company: GenSwiss
Location: Westfield, MA 01085
Pay: $21–$40/hr DOE
Job type: Full-time
FLSA status: Nonexempt
Experience: Machine setup, blueprint reading and part inspection experience preferred

👍 Why join GenSwiss?

GenSwiss specializes in high-precision tooling and accessories used throughout the Swiss-type machining industry. From cutting tools and toolholding systems to machine attachments and custom tooling, the company helps manufacturers improve productivity, tool life and part quality.

This is a hands-on position for someone who wants responsibility beyond simply loading and unloading parts. You’ll set up and operate assigned machines, make offsets and tool changes, inspect your own work and troubleshoot problems as they arise.

With pay ranging from $21–$40 per hour based on experience, GenSwiss is open to candidates at different skill levels. Someone with a solid manufacturing foundation can continue developing their setup and inspection skills, while a more experienced operator can bring immediate value across multiple machining processes.

⚙️ What you’ll be doing

• Set up and operate assigned machines using established setup documents and procedures
• Read blueprints and verify parts against required specifications
• Inspect completed parts using appropriate inspection equipment
• Make machine offsets and tool changes to maintain quality
• Monitor machines while completing inspections and other production tasks
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines
• Maintain inventory for your assigned production area
• Update setup documents to reflect current programs and processes
• Provide backup support for laser engraving, assembly and grinding operations
• Keep your work area clean, organized and safe
• Assist with special projects and other production duties as needed

⭐ Shop highlights

• High-precision manufacturing environment
• Established company with more than 20 years of Swiss tooling experience
• Hands-on machine setup and operating responsibilities
• Opportunity to work across multiple production processes
• In-process inspection and quality ownership
• Exposure to grinding, laser engraving and assembly operations
• Custom and standard precision tooling products
• Pay based on applicable skills and experience
• Indoor manufacturing facility in Westfield

✅ What we’re looking for

Required:

• Ability to follow machine setup documents and established procedures
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and equipment manuals
• Experience using inspection equipment to verify part quality
• Ability to make offsets and tool changes to maintain specifications
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to organize work and meet production deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple processes, including inspecting parts while a machine is running
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Commitment to following all safety and PPE requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the workday

Preferred:

• Previous machine setup and operating experience
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Experience with grinding, laser engraving or assembly processes
• Background in precision machining or tooling manufacturing

🦺 Work environment and physical requirements

This position is based primarily in an indoor manufacturing environment with multiple machines operating at the same time. The work area may contain noise, sharp tools, cutting fluids, coolant oils and potential slip hazards.

Candidates must be able to stand and walk frequently throughout the shift and perform repetitive motions requiring hand-eye coordination. The position may also involve occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling and grasping. Required PPE and posted safety procedures must be followed in designated manufacturing and warehouse areas.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

💰 Pay and employment details

Pay: $21–$40 per hour, based on experience
Employment: Full-time, nonexempt
Location: Westfield, Massachusetts 01085

🏭 About GenSwiss

Genevieve Swiss Industries, better known as GenSwiss, provides high-precision tools, accessories and application solutions for small-parts manufacturing and Swiss-type machining.

Based in Westfield, Massachusetts, GenSwiss supports manufacturers operating Citizen, Star, Tsugami, Tornos, Hanwha, Nexturn and other Swiss-style machines. Its product offering includes cutting tools, toolholding systems, machine attachments, thread-whirling solutions, broaching tools, collets, guide bushings and custom tooling.

With more than 20 years of tooling knowledge and industry experience, GenSwiss focuses on helping customers improve tool life, reduce costs and increase manufacturing productivity.

🚀 Apply today

If you have machine operating, setup and inspection experience and want to join a precision manufacturing company serving the Swiss machining industry, apply today through hireCNC.