CNC Machine Operator

Rolls-Royce plc; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 71,951,000 - 107,453,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation benefits

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Aiken, SC is seeking a CNC Operator to run line boring and Burkhardt & Weber machining centers with Sinumerik One control. You will set up crankcase work, measure tolerances, and ensure in-process quality.

Entry paths include vocational training or an apprenticeship; experienced operators will advance on the B&W machines and toward higher pay as you gain responsibility. The shift is Mon–Thu with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and relocation benefits.

Qualifications

• Entry-level line boring requires vocational training as a machine and plant operator or equivalent (US cert, associates degree, or hands-on machining experience).
• Direct CNC operator experience on Burkhardt & Weber machines; 3.5-year apprenticeship or equivalent is preferred; multiple years in heavy-duty machining is ideal.
• Knowledge of Sinumerik One control system is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and machine crankcases according to specifications, routings, control plans, and drawings on line boring and, at advanced level, on Burkhardt & Weber machining centers with Sinumerik One system.
• Bore and align crankcase bearing alleys, re-bore to achieve precise alignment.
• Clamp, reclamp, and unclamp crankcases; monitor the process and adjust tooling as needed.
• Study machining instructions and blueprints to determine dimensions, sequences, and tooling requirements.

Skills

Sinumerik One control

Line boring

B&W machining centers

Quality assurance

Education

Vocational training as a machine and plant operator

3.5-year apprenticeship in metalworking

Associate's Degree

Tools

Burkhardt & Weber machining centers

Conventional boring mill experience

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Title: CNC (Numerical Control) Machine Operator-Day ShiftWorking Pattern : (Full Time) Working Shift – 1st Shift – Monday through Thursday, 5:45am to 4:15pm.Working Location: Aiken, SCWe are offering a $3,000 Sign on Bonus and relocation benefitsGlobal Grade Level: 61Why join Rolls-Royce?At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential . And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.Position Summary:The CNC Operator runs the machining centers in crankcase manufacturing, machining crankcases to exact specifications with in-process quality assurance. The role offers a clear development path. It starts with line boring as the entry point, which needs no prior CNC experience, and grows into CNC machining on the Burkhardt & Weber (B&W) machines, with responsibility and pay increasing as operators progress.What you will be doing:Set up and machine crankcases according to specifications, routings, control plans, and drawings, on the line boring machine and, at the advanced level, on the Burkhardt & Weber (B&W) machining centers with Sinumerik One control systemBore and align the bearing alleys of the crankcase, including the camshaft and crankshaft bores, re-boring as required to achieve precise alignmentClamp, reclamp, and unclamp crankcases, monitor the process, and correct as necessaryMonitor, change, correct, and adjust tools as requiredStudy machining instructions, routings, control plans, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, machine setups, and tooling requirementsBasic RequirementsEntry level, line boring: Completed vocational training as a machine and plant operator or a comparable qualification, or a U.S. equivalent such as a mechanical or machining trade school certificate, an Associate's Degree, or relevant hands-on experience in a machining environmentDirect work as CNC Operator on the B&W machines: Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic specializing in production technology, or a comparable 3.5-year apprenticeship in a metalworking profession, or 2 years of trade school or an equivalent Associate's Degree, or 3 years of experience in a heavy-duty machining environment; several years of experience operating NC-controlled machining centers; and knowledge of Sinumerik One control systemShift: (Full Time) Working Shift – 1st Shift – Monday through Thursday, 5:45am to 4:15pm.All levels: Strong quality awareness and a high sense of responsibility; physically resilient, reliable, and committed; willingness to work shifts and occasional weekends; and the ability to work overtime as neededApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this timePreferred RequirementsExperience operating Burkhardt & Weber (B&W) machining centersKnowledge of Sinumerik One control system would be particularly advantageousSeveral years of experience on a conventional boring mill (e.g., Collet) would be an advantageExperience machining crankcases or large cast componentsIntermediate knowledge of CNC controls, machines, and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenanceMental & Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand; sit; use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to balance and climb; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee may also be exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu . Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.Job Posting Date20 Aug 2026; 00:08Pay Range$25.11 - $37.67-HourlyLocation:Aiken, SCBenefitsRolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu . Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.