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CNC Lathe Operator / Programmer

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Job typeOther PostedOct 12, 2026 Apply byNov 11, 2026

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Job Description

Job Description

Background: SWS-Trimac, Inc. is an Engineering company that specializes in providing advanced welding, CNC machining, plus destructive and non-destructive testing services to the automotive, aerospace, biomedical, chemical, defense, and other markets since 1967. We specialize in joining metals: from the standard 1018 carbon and stainless steels to the more exotic aerospace-grade aluminum, titanium, copper, nickel and cobalt alloys. From small-lot prototype development to large volume turnkey production, we are a contract manufacturer that consistently meets customer specification and timing requirements.


Job Function: SWS-Trimac, Inc is seeking to fill a need for a CNC Okuma Lathe Operator & Programmer. Successful candidates will be a key team member in our machine shop.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.
  • Perform job/tool setups on Okuma CNC lathes.
  • The employee is also required to interact with a computer(s) utilizing company software and communicate with co-workers.
  • Thorough understanding of the Okuma control is preferred.
  • Ability to work with limited direction and supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Thorough understanding of GD&T
  • Familiarity with a variety of tooling and fixturing/work holding.
  • Good math skills.
  • Ability to communicate to Quality Department regarding first article and random inspections.
  • Excellent understanding of manufacturing equipment, ability to understand function of equipment, and each of the machines capabilities.
  • Verbal Communication with supervisors and other employees.
  • Functional and Technical Skills regarding, Tooling, Attention to Detail, and proper Judgment.

Education / Experience:

  • High School diploma/GED Equivalent Required.
  • Associate degree in Machine Tool Trade a plus.
  • Job Shop or Prototype experience a plus.
  • Journeyman tool and die maker experience a plus.
  • Five (5) years of experience in related position in the machine tool industry required.

Other Requirements and Specifics:

  • Employment subject to pre-employment and random Alcohol and Drug Screening.
  • Employment subject to a background check.
  • Candidate must have a valid driver's license.
  • Applicant must be a US person as defined by 22 C.F.R. Chapter I, Subchapter M, Part 120.15 U.S. Person. (Generally speaking, a U.S. Citizen).
  • Starting Wage depends upon qualifications and abilities at time of employment.
  • Benefits include: 401k, BCBS, Life & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.
  • Holiday Bonus.
  • Standard Paid Holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

  • Are you a US person as defined by 22 C.F.R. Chapter I, Subchapter M, Part 120.15 U.S. Person. (Generally speaking, a U.S. Citizen).

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
  • Okuma Lathe Control: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

\nCompany Description

SWS-Trimac, Inc. is a customer Service Focused Business / Engineering company that specializes in providing electron beam and laser welding, CNC machining, plus destructive and non-destructive testing services to the automotive, aerospace, biomedical, chemical, defense, and other markets since 1967.

Company Description

SWS-Trimac, Inc. is a customer Service Focused Business / Engineering company that specializes in providing electron beam and laser welding, CNC machining, plus destructive and non-destructive testing services to the automotive, aerospace, biomedical, chemical, defense, and other markets since 1967.

Location and commute

Saginaw, MI 48604.

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3152836608.