Swiss CNC Machine Set Up Technician

At a Glance

Company: Olson Custom Designs
Location: 4825 W 79th St, Indianapolis (New Augusta), IN 46268
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

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.

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

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

Materials You'll Work With

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

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

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

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

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.