CNC Swiss Machinist at Viant Medical

At a Glance

Company: Viant Medical
Location: Fort Wayne, IN (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
Shift: 3rd Shift (Night Shift)
Shift Differential: 15%
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid-level (2+ years CNC Swiss machining)

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support ongoing production demand within Viant Medical's Fort Wayne facility. CNC Swiss Machinists in this position are essential to producing tight-tolerance medical components used in life-saving and life-enhancing medical devices, where precision, consistency, and quality are critical.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Operate CNC Swiss lathes with minimal supervision
• Perform tooling changes and manage offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy
• Run multiple machines while managing production throughput
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and vision systems
• Hold tight tolerances required for medical manufacturing
• Deburr, buff, and finish parts to print specifications
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and make necessary corrections
• Complete production documentation accurately to maintain traceability
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and uphold 5S standards
• Support and assist other machinists as needed

Machines, Controls & Inspection

You'll work with precision equipment and inspection tools such as:

• Machines: CNC Swiss-type lathes
• Inspection Tools:
  • Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges
  • Depth & chamfer gauges
  • Optical comparator
  • Thread, ring, plug, and pin gages
  • Keyence Vision System
• Support Equipment: Manual machine tools and press equipment

Materials You'll Work With

• Medical-grade metals and precision components
  (Specific materials vary by program)

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 2+ years of CNC Swiss machining experience (or journeyman-level skills)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Solid understanding of shop math and precision measurement
• Ability to work independently and follow written/verbal instructions
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and handling materials up to 30 lbs

Preferred (Not Required):

• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience running and setting up multiple Swiss machines simultaneously
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S environments

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Viant Medical because of:

• Clean, climate-controlled, and well-organized shop environment
• Stable night-shift schedule with shift premium
• Strong quality systems and clear expectations
• Competitive pay with excellent PTO and benefits
• Opportunities to grow within a global medical device manufacturer
• Work that directly supports life-saving medical technologies

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: Competitive hourly pay (based on experience and skill level)
Shift Premium: % for 3rd shift

Benefits (Day 1 Eligibility):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 3.5 weeks PTO
• Additional benefits and wellness programs

Schedule:

• 3rd Shift (Night Shift)
• Full-time
• Overtime as needed

Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.