Machinist Expert

Machinist-Expert (Swing)We are seeking a highly skilled Career Machinist to join a precision manufacturing team supporting advanced mechanical components and assemblies used in cutting-edge electronic and microwave applications. This role operates at the intersection of machining excellence and engineering collaboration. You will develop, optimize, and sustain machining processes using advanced equipment including Swiss-style lathes, single and multi-turret lathes, and 3- to 5-axis CNC milling centers. Working closely with engineering teams, you will influence component design for manufacturability, support new product introduction (NPI), and ensure stable, repeatable production processes. This is not a production-only operator role. We are looking for a machinist who takes ownership of process performance, quality, and continuous improvement. Develop, refine, and sustain precision machining processes for complex components. Operate and set up Swiss-style lathes, mill/turn centers, and 3- to 5-axis milling machines. Collaborate with engineering teams to improve design for manufacturability (DFM). Support new product introduction (NPI) and production transition. Ensure process stability, repeatability, and yield performance. Utilize advanced metrology tools to verify conformance to tight tolerances. Interpret and apply engineering drawings including GD&T. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in tooling, fixturing, and cycle time optimization. Maintain thorough documentation of setups, tooling strategies, and process changes. We are seeking a motivated machinist with strong technical capability and a passion for precision. Career-level machining experience in high-precision environments. Strong understanding of machining fundamentals and tight tolerance work. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn. Highly desired experience: 3- to 5-axis CNC milling, Swiss-style lathes, mill/turn machine centers, advanced metrology (CMM, optical systems, precision inspection tools), CNC/CAM programming, CAD/Solid Modeling software, tool grinding and custom tool development. Ownership mindset and accountability. Detail orientation and process discipline. Collaboration across engineering, maintenance, and production teams. Continuous improvement thinking. Adaptability in a dynamic NPI and production environment. High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certification or formal training in Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or Machine Tool Technology. Completion of an apprenticeship program in CNC Machining.