CNC Swiss Set-Up Machinist II Citizen​/Star​/Tsugami

At a Glance

Company: HuFriedy Group
Location: West Chicago, IL (temporary) Northbrook, IL (permanent facility Summer 2026)
Job Type: Contract (3 Months)
Pay Rate: $38 per hour
Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week)
Shifts Available:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
  Overtime: As needed
  Experience Level: Senior Swiss Set-Up Machinist (8+ years experience)

Why This Role Exists

HuFriedy Group is expanding production capacity for precision medical and dental instruments and requires experienced Swiss setup specialists to support complex, small-part manufacturing programs during a facility transition.

This role focuses on maintaining throughput, quality, and machine performance in a high-mix, high-precision Swiss machining environment.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Perform complete setups on Swiss-style CNC machines, including tooling, guide bushings, and offsets
• Load, verify, and edit CNC programs to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Install and align tooling, materials, and work holding to meet tight specifications
• Conduct first-piece inspections and verify dimensions using precision measurement tools
• Troubleshoot machine issues and optimize cutting performance
• Maintain production efficiency and part quality across complex small components
• Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and operators to improve processes and reduce downtime
• Train or support operators and less experienced setup personnel as needed
• Maintain accurate setup documentation and process records
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work hands-on with:

• Machines: Swiss-style CNC lathes
• Common Brands: Citizen, Star, Tsugami, or equivalent
• Controls: Fanuc or similar CNC controls
• Programming: G-code editing at the machine
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators

Materials You'll Work With

• Stainless steel
• Specialty medical alloys
• Small-diameter precision materials

What We're Looking ForRequired

• 8+ years of CNC setup experience, including Swiss-style machines
• Ability to perform full setups independently with minimal supervision
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience with precision measurement of small, tight-tolerance parts
• Proven troubleshooting ability in a production environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with Citizen, Star, Tsugami, or similar Swiss machines
• Medical or high-precision manufacturing background
• Fanuc control experience
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure

Why Machinists Take This Contract

• Strong hourly rate + daily per diem paid 7 days/week
• Advanced Swiss machining work - not basic operator tasks
• Opportunity to support complex precision manufacturing programs
• Clean, organized medical manufacturing environment
• Immediate start with defined contract duration

Pay, Per Diem & Schedule

Pay Rate: $38/hr
Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week)
Contract Length: 3 months

Shifts Available:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Overtime available as needed.

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