SWISS Setup Machinist

Thomas Talent Network • West Chester, Pennsylvania • Posted June 13, 2026

About the Role

Our client is seeking experienced SWISS Setup Machinists capable of independently setting up machines, performing first-piece inspections, verifying parts to print, troubleshooting machining issues, and supporting production teams. This is a precision medical device manufacturing environment. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Independently set up Swiss CNC machines and perform complete machine changeovers

- Install tooling and fixtures, set work and tool offsets

- Verify setup accuracy before production release

- Run first-piece inspections and approve jobs for production

- Troubleshoot setup and machining issues

- Support operators throughout production runs

- Read and interpret blueprints and verify tolerances and critical dimensions

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Independent machine setup experience (not operator-only)

- First-piece inspection experience

- Blueprint reading...