Swiss-Turn and CNC Lathe Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Build Precision. Grow Your Craft.

Step onto our production floor and into a predictable rhythm: four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, with a three-day weekend waiting every week. As a Swiss-Turn and CNC Lathe Production Operator at CCT Enterprises, you’ll keep established CNC Swiss and CNC turning centers running smoothly on 2nd shift, producing reliable, high-quality parts that our customers count on.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Review setup documentation, work instructions, and Job Instruction Manuals (JIM Books) to start the run.
• Load bar stock and raw material, bring the bar feeder online, and verify coolant flow and chip evacuation.
• Run established programs on CNC Swiss and CNC lathes; monitor machine performance closely.
• Perform routine tool changes and touch-offs; flag any wear or anomalies early.
• Check critical dimensions in-process with calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and thread gauges (as applicable).
• Document results, complete job travelers, and update JobBOSS entries accurately.
• Hit planned production rates while maintaining CCT’s quality and safety standards.

Quality is the Thread Through Everything

• Read and interpret basic blueprints and work instructions.
• Verify parts meet print before releasing production to full run.
• Track critical features throughout the lot; identify and segregate any scrap or suspect parts.
• Escalate tooling, machine, or quality concerns to your supervisor promptly.

Team, Training, and Continuous Improvement

• Partner closely with Set-Up Technicians, Quality, and Production Supervisors.
• Pitch in across the department when needed and contribute to lean initiatives.
• Take advantage of ongoing training to build toward future Set-Up roles.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow company safety procedures and safe machining practices.
• Know your e-stop and machine safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and report hazards immediately.

Who Thrives Here

• Proud craftspeople who sweat the details and own their results.
• Dependable teammates who show up and support others.
• Learners who look for better ways to work and aren’t afraid to solve problems.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of CNC machining experience.
• Hands-on experience with CNC lathes, Swiss machines, or similar turning equipment.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and use calipers and micrometers.
• Basic math; ability to read and understand English.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct Swiss machining and/or CNC lathe experience.
• Production manufacturing background and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Familiarity with JobBOSS or comparable ERP/MES.
• Bar feeder experience.
• Interest in growing into CNC Swiss or CNC Lathe Set-Up roles.

What This Role Is (and Isn’t)

This Role Is:

• Running established CNC Swiss and lathe equipment safely and efficiently.
• Producing precision parts to spec and on schedule.
• Monitoring tooling, process stability, and quality.
• Preparing for advancement into CNC Set-Up positions.

This Role Is Not:

• A CNC programming position.
• A full machine setup position.
• An engineering role.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $19–$23/hr, depending on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.

Career Growth

We promote from within. Show initiative and reliability, and you’ll find paths into CNC Swiss Set-Up Technician, CNC Lathe Set-Up Technician, Programming, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Leadership.

Schedule

• Full-time
• 2nd shift
• Monday–Thursday
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Three-day weekend every week

Physical Requirements

• Stand for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Lift up to 25 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity and keen visual focus for small details.
• Ability to stay focused during repetitive precision work.

Additional Requirements

Due to CCT Enterprises' federal firearms license (FFL) and company hiring standards, applicants must not have any felony convictions or pending felony charges.

Why CCT

If you value a clean, team-oriented environment and want stability plus growth potential, you’ll fit right in—especially with a built-in long weekend every week.