CNC Swiss Turning Set‑Up Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Build precision at scale in Glenview

Walk into our 35,000 sq. ft., climate‑controlled facility in Glenview and you’ll feel it right away: 60+ years of know‑how humming across more than 100 CNC machines. A tight‑knit crew of about 50 professionals—many here for 20+ years—crafts complex components for aerospace, defense, automotive, and other exacting industries.

A day in this role

• Kick off 1st shift on your schedule—flexible start/end times support your life outside of work; overtime is available if you want it.
• Set up a Swiss‑style CNC lathe (Tsugami, Star, or Citizen) for a small‑diameter, tight‑tolerance part run.
• Select and install guide bushings, collets, and specialized tooling tailored to the job.
• Load and refine Swiss‑type programs; dial in tool offsets and alignments for microns‑level accuracy.
• Run the first article and verify features to ±0.0002" using micrometers, optical comparators, and other precision metrology.
• Stabilize production: monitor tool wear, make micro‑adjustments, and optimize feeds/speeds.
• Manage bar feeders for high‑volume throughput and consistent quality.
• Troubleshoot chatter, deflection, and tool breakage; document corrective actions.
• Keep your machine clean, organized, and repeatable for the next setup.

Why this team

• Long‑term stability with a company that’s stood the test of time
• Complex, high‑precision work that keeps you sharp
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture with proven internal growth

What you’ll bring

• 2–5+ years of Swiss machining experience
• Mastery of tight‑tolerance, small‑diameter work
• Hands‑on experience with Tsugami or comparable Swiss machines
• Blueprint fluency and solid GD&T comprehension
• Confidence with precision measurement tools (micrometers, optical comparators, etc.)
• Comfort with bar feeders and high‑volume production environments
• Familiarity with challenging materials (titanium, stainless, medical alloys preferred)
• High attention to detail and consistency

Technical fluency

• GD&T
• G‑Code
• M‑Code
• CNC machine setup & changeover
• Machine setups for production runs

Equipment you’ll run

• CNC Swiss Lathe (Star, Citizen, Tsugami)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Performance‑based year‑end bonuses (individual + company)

Equal Opportunity

AMC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.