CNC Machinist – Large Vertical Lathes, 2nd Shift

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Summerville, SC seeks an experienced Machinist for 2nd shift to operate large CNC vertical lathes and ensure precision to tight tolerances. You will read blueprints, set up tooling, and monitor production while maintaining quality and safety in a state-of-the-art facility.

Minimum 3+ years CNC/vertical lathe experience and a machinist apprenticeship are preferred; DoD screening may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Completion of a four-year machinist apprenticeship or equivalent is an asset.
• Minimum of 3+ years in CNC machines experience operating vertical lathes.
• Experience operating Fives/G&L 1600, 2000, and Momentum 2500 is preferred.
• Ability to maintain acceptable quality and efficiency level and effectively communicate with others.
• Lifting objects weighing 50 pounds to waist height and transporting 10 feet.
• Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large vertical turret lathes to perform precision machining to tolerances within 0.001".
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical drawings to determine machining requirements
• Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications
• Select appropriate tooling and materials for each job
• Maintain machines, perform minor repairs, and report mechanical issues to maintenance
• Monitor the machining process and make necessary adjustments to feeds, speeds, and tooling
• Document production and inspection results accurately
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Skills

CNC machining

Vertical lathe

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Machinist apprenticeship

Tools

Fives/G&L 1600

Momentum 2500

Job description

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Summerville, SC seeks an experienced Machinist for 2nd shift to operate large CNC vertical lathes and ensure precision to tight tolerances. You will read blueprints, set up tooling, and monitor production while maintaining quality and safety in a state-of-the-art facility.

Minimum 3+ years CNC/vertical lathe experience and a machinist apprenticeship are preferred; DoD screening may be required.