CNC Technician- 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s Aerospace Division in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Complex Machining Technician for the first shift (7am–3pm). The role focuses on CNC machine setup, program edits and collaboration with engineers to implement new processes.

You will read complex drawings, set up tooling, perform part changeovers and help drive 5S and other lean activities while ensuring safety and quality standards at the Charleston plant.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum 6 years CNC machine setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information and U.S. person status.
• No relocation benefit is offered; candidates must reside in the immediate area.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, document and train others in current and/or new processes for the department.
• Serve as first line escalation and follow leader standard work.
• Support department lean activities including 5S audits and process checks.
• Collaborate with Engineer and Programmer on changes, updates and testing of new machines.
• Read machine programs and perform edits under engineering guidance.
• Set up tools in machine locations and perform part changeovers.
• Train and cross-train other employees in machine operations.

Skills

CNC setup

Lean manufacturing

Read complex drawings

Tooling setup

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a CNC Technician- 1st Shift at our Charleston, SC plant! This is a first shift role, with core hours Monday - Friday from 7am - 3pm.

The hourly rate for this position is $35-40 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Eaton’s Aerospace Division is currently seeking a Complex Machining Technician. This position is based at our North Charleston, SC location.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Actively works to evaluate, create, document and train others in current and/or new processes for the department as a whole
• As a Tech you are the first line(step) of the escalation plan
• Follows leader standard work
• Supports department in lean activities including 5's audits & process checks
• Helps drive change through CIF & daily Kazan's
• Role model for the department (behavior and production when running product)
• Knows how to set up and change over majority (or at least 75%) of machines in department assigned
• Can trouble shoot and correct program, quality, technical and mechanical issues with machines
• Collaboratively works with the Engineer and Programmer for the department assisting in any changes, updates, new program creations needed, and selecting/testing of new machines in the department.
• Read machine programs and perform program edits under engineering guidance.
• Able to perform other duties as assigned and/or needed in the department
• Perform all functions of the operator role
• Perform all functions of the Setup III role at Fully Trained expertise level:
• Properly set tools in machine locations required for set-up
• Perform part changeover including program retrieval and input
• Effectively us pre-setter arm or tool setter and comp tools
• Calculate and input axis coordinates X, Y and Z or use spindle probe to load offsets
• Establish Z set-up position for sub-spindle
• Change out all tooling and properly build mill tools
• Calibrate pre-setter arm by resetting parameters or tool settler or spindle probe
• Recognize and eliminate machine alarms
• Troubleshoot and eliminate variations that are out of process; i.e. run-out, flatness problems.
• Cross train other employees in machine operations
• Read and understand complex engineering drawings
• Read, understand, and rest machine program codes
• Follow all Eaton safety policies and standards
• Fulfill the requirements of the Quality Policy and Quality Management System
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment adhering to 5S Principles

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum 6 years CNC machine setup experience in a manufacturing environment
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate geographical area will be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 years' experience setting up CNC machines
• Experience using lean or lean tools
• Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field
• Experience leading teams

Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated ability to train and evaluate effectively

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