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

Position: CNC Swiss Set-Up Machinist II – Contract (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:
$38.00 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)

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- 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 .

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- 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

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- 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

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Stainless steel

Specialty medical alloys

Small-diameter precision materials

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- What We’re Looking For Required

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

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- 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

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- Pay, Per Diem & Schedule

Pay Rate:  $38.00/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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- Apply

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