Swiss CNC Machinist - Pacing
Company : RMS Company
Location : Coon Rapids, MN
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
About rms
rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.
Swiss CNC Machinist Position Summary
The Swiss CNC Machinist operates CNC machines to support the manufacture of components and devices for the medical device industry.
Shifts Available: 2nd Shift Mon - Thursday 3:30 pm - 1:30 am
Sign-On Bonus Available: $1,000-$5,000 dependent on level of experience!
Responsibilities
Swiss CNC Machinist Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate Swiss CNC machines
- Perform quality inspection on completed parts
- Perform preventative maintenance on Swiss CNC machines to ensure consistent machine performance
- Complete tool changes
Qualifications
Swiss CNC Machinist Position Requirements
- Operator experience with Swiss CNC machines
- Strong math background, preferable in machine math/shop math
- Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Experience using a microscope
- Ability to read measurement equipment such as micrometer, caliper, pressure micrometer
Swiss CNC Machinist Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Machining experience with medical components, devices, or instruments
- Previous experience with tight tolerances
- Programming experience with Swiss CNC Machines
- Experience with set-up on Swiss CNC Machines
- Experience in troubleshooting of Swiss CNC Machines
rms Company Benefits
As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.
rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:
- Onsite Clinic
- Paid Parental Leave
- Monthly Social Events
- Annual Employee Appreciation Week
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.
Pay Range
USD $20.38 - USD $35.72 /Hr.Pay Range Details
This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.
Company Benefits
All Employees:
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
20+hours:
Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
30+ hours:
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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Frequently asked questions
Mastery of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) is vital for Swiss CNC Machinists to ensure precision in manufacturing medical components. This knowledge helps interpret complex blueprints accurately, maintaining tight tolerances necessary for high-quality implants and devices.
Managing pacing in Swiss CNC machining demands quick adaptability and consistent output without sacrificing accuracy. Operators must balance machine speed with quality control, especially in medical device production where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.
Microscope use allows machinists to perform detailed inspections of tiny, intricate parts that standard visual checks might miss. This ensures that medical components meet stringent quality standards and reduces the risk of defects in critical devices.
RMS Company’s integration with Cretex Medical emphasizes advanced contract manufacturing for medical implants, offering a fast-paced environment with specialized training and benefits like onsite clinics and tuition reimbursement, distinguishing it from other local machine shops.
RMS provides comprehensive training, preventive maintenance protocols, and a supportive workplace culture with social events and wellness programs. These initiatives help machinists stay skilled and motivated while ensuring machines perform optimally for tight tolerance work.
The demand for Swiss CNC Machinists in Coon Rapids is steady due to the area's medical manufacturing hub. While competition exists, roles at companies like RMS offer enhanced benefits and career growth, making them attractive options locally.
Swiss CNC Machinists in Coon Rapids typically earn between $20.38 and $35.72 per hour. Factors like experience, skill level, and specific expertise with medical components affect where within this range an individual’s compensation falls.
The role demands efficient cycle times and rapid tool changes, particularly on second shifts. Machinists must maintain focus under fast-paced conditions while performing precise inspections to uphold medical-grade quality standards.
RMS values strong math proficiency, blueprint reading, hands-on experience with Swiss CNC machines, and familiarity with measurement tools like micrometers. Prior medical machining and troubleshooting skills add significant advantage.
Yes, RMS follows OSHA guidelines rigorously, regularly testing chemicals like cutting oils and solvents to ensure exposure remains well below permissible levels, safeguarding employee health within the manufacturing environment.