CNC Swiss Lathe Operator - Grayling Area

CNC Swiss Lathe Operator | Grayling, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $91,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a CNC Swiss Lathe Operator? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Grayling area seeking CNC Swiss Lathe Operators to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers CNC Swiss Lathe Operator opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grayling in Crawford County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gaylord, Mancelona, Houghton Lake, and Roscommon.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Grayling area that add CNC Swiss Lathe Operators to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Follow safety and quality procedures on the shop floor.
• Set up and operate CNC Swiss lathes for production runs.
• Load bar stock and monitor tool wear during machining.
• Read blueprints and inspect parts to tolerance with calipers and micrometers.
• Adjust offsets and program edits to hold dimensions.
• Perform first article inspection and document results.
• Change tools and perform routine machine maintenance.
• Track production counts and complete run paperwork.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift bar stock.
• Experience operating CNC Swiss lathes in a machine shop.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring tools.
• Familiarity with G code and machine controls.
• Attention to detail and ability to hold tight tolerances.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Qualifications

• Ability to write or edit programs at the control.
• Knowledge of GD&T and SPC.
• Experience with multi axis or mill turn equipment.
• Trade school certificate in machining.
• Experience with Citizen or Star Swiss machines.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Screw Machine Operator, Swiss Machinist, CNC Machinist, Swiss Screw Machine Operator, CNC Lathe Setup Operator, Machine Operator, CNC Programmer Machinist, Precision Machinist

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.