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CNC Swiss/Lathe Machinist - 1st Shift
Company : RMS Company
Location : Anoka, MN
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
About rms Company
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/Lathe CNC Machinist Position Summary
The Swiss/Lathe CNC Machinist operates CNC machines to support the manufacture of components and devices for the medical device industry.
1st Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:00pm
Sign-On Bonus Available: $1,000-$5,000 dependent on level of experience!
Responsibilities
Swiss/Lathe CNC Machinist Duties and Responsibilities
• Able to operate CNC Swiss/Lathe machines • Manufacture parts to print • Ability to use inspection equipment to inspect parts • Proficient at blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing• Maintain a high level of quality • Collect SPC data to maintain process control
Qualifications
Swiss/Lathe CNC Machinist Position Requirements
- Operator experience with Swiss or Lathe 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'/Lathe 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
While CNC Swiss/Lathe Machinist roles in Anoka don't mandate formal certifications, advanced knowledge in blueprint reading, GD&T, and machine math significantly boosts job prospects. Local employers often value hands-on experience and familiarity with medical device manufacturing standards.
Working the 6:00am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday shift at RMS allows extended weekends, supporting a better work-life balance. This schedule benefits machinists seeking to maximize personal time while maintaining consistent productivity in high-precision medical component manufacturing.
CNC Swiss/Lathe Machinists specialize in operating machines designed for intricate, tight-tolerance parts, often for medical devices. Mastery of Swiss-type lathes, microscopic inspection, and precision measurement tools sets them apart from general CNC machinists focusing on mills or larger components.
Anoka's medical device manufacturing sector, including companies like RMS, creates steady demand for skilled CNC Swiss/Lathe Machinists. While not as large as metropolitan areas, the specialized nature of local contracts sustains competitive hiring with a focus on quality and precision.
Wages between $20.38 and $35.72 per hour at RMS reflect experience level, technical proficiency, and the complexity of medical machining tasks. The tight tolerance requirements and use of advanced CNC equipment also contribute to higher pay compared to generic machining roles.
RMS supports machinists with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and exposure to cutting-edge medical manufacturing technology. These initiatives foster skill development and advancement potential within the Cretex Medical family, positioning employees for technical leadership roles.
Beyond standard medical and dental coverage, RMS provides onsite clinics, paid parental leave, and wellness programs aligning with shift workers' needs. The company’s profit-sharing and holiday bonuses further enhance compensation packages tailored to its machinists' demanding schedules.
Precision and adherence to tight tolerances present constant challenges, especially given the critical nature of medical implants. Operators must be adept at interpreting complex blueprints, using inspection tools accurately, and maintaining strict SPC data for process control.
RMS’s integration in the medical device industry means machinists engage with high-precision, regulated manufacturing unlike general industrial roles. The company culture emphasizes safety, continual learning, and employee wellness, creating a specialized and supportive environment.
Yes, RMS provides sign-on bonuses ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 depending on experience level, which incentivizes skilled machinists to join their tight-tolerance medical manufacturing team in Anoka.