Machinist (Mill/Lathe Operator)

The Urban Electric Co.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Generous paid time off

On-site barista and snacks

Job summary

The Urban Electric Co. in North Charleston, SC seeks a Machinist (Mill/Lathe Operator) to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, verify programs, and ensure quality. You’ll read blueprints, measure parts, and maintain equipment safety.

Haas CNC experience and G-code familiarity are a plus. The team offers a 4x10 schedule, medical/dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and on-site barista amenities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Lean/5S training a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan machining by studying work orders and drawings.
• Set up mills and lathes with fixtures, tools, and probes.
• Verify programs and first part measurements against specs.
• Perform drilling, tapping, grooving, turning, facing, and thread chasing.
• Maintain safety and equipment; document actions and irregularities.
• Communicate needs across shifts to ensure continuity.
• Read and interpret basic G-code; troubleshoot and reprogram as needed.

Skills

CNC machining

Haas CNC

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Lean Manufacturing / 5S training

Tools

Haas CNC controls

G-code editing

Job description

Position:

Machinist (Mill/Lathe Operator)

Location:

North Charleston, SC

Job Id:

916

# of Openings:

1

Who We Are:

At The Urban Electric Co., we make it our mission to recruit and retain highly skilled and passionate individuals. Because we have a genuine respect for the talents and story of every member of our team, our culture attracts a wide variety of personalities and backgrounds to compose an eclectic and fun atmosphere. Each of our company’s products is bench-made and hand-finished at our 180,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Charleston, which houses the talented engineers, sales and marketing professionals, designers, and craftsmen who make up our team. We pride ourselves on manufacturing processes that secure the growth and sustainability of artisanal craft for the future by using modern techniques that enhance and refine the hand-build approach as opposed to replacing it.

Who You Are:

As a Machinist in our fabrication department, you will work alongside your peers to produce machined parts by setting up and operating computer numerical control (CNC) mills and lathes; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

A Day in the Life:

• Plans machining by studying work orders, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, and machining parameters.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing collets and chucks, tools, attachments, bushings, stops, and probes; indicating vises.
• Verifies programs by measuring dimensions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to company standards. Uses standard measuring devices (calipers, micrometers) to take responsibility for quality and accuracy of work.
• Achieves specifications by drilling, tapping, grooving, and cutting; including turning, facing, and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming at controls; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by performing basic upkeep tasks and requesting repairs as needed.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts and team members by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Experience with Haas CNC machines and Haas Wireless Intuitive Probing System (WIPS) is a plus.
• Programming experience and familiarity with basic G & M code is a plus.

What Will Set You Up for Success:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.Additional knowledge and/or training/certification in Lean Manufacturing and 5S is a plus!
• You enjoy solving problems. You love taking on difficult challenges and finding solutions.
• You can understand the reason behind a process, but you're also enthusiastic about spotting room for improvement.
• You pay attention to the details. As far as you’re concerned, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every single time. You stay focused and nothing falls through the cracks on your watch.
• You’ve got fine motor skills and the ability to work with small parts.
• You can manage your time and prioritize to meet production deadlines.
• You’re a flexible team player, willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• You have technical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints.
• You have basic computer skills (e-mail, internet, and Microsoft Office).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Personal Protective Equipment Required:

• Half or Full Face Mask
• Safety Glasses
• Latex Gloves
• Steel Toe Boots (company provided voucher each year)

Some Benefits & Perks of Working at The Urban Electric Co.

• Our production team runs on first shift only. The production schedule runs Monday - Thursday (four 10-hour days); therefore most weekends are 3-day weekends!
• Medical & dental insurance with employer contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave for new moms and dads
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• A company-wide health & wellness initiative
• An on-site barista with complimentary drinks and snacks
• Robust training program with room for growth and merit based advancement

Robust health insurance. Full-time barista. Four day work weeks. Tickets to sports and theater. Paid leave for new moms and dads. Even county park passes. These are just a few of the ways we strive to support and care for our talented team and their families:

• Medical & dental insurance – with employer contributions
• 401(k) savings plan – with employer match
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Paid time off for bereavement
• Paid time off for jury duty & voting
• 4-10 schedules for production
• Health & wellness initiative
• Personal enrichment, skills enhancement & tuition reimbursement
• On-site barista with complimentary drinks and snacks
• Casual dress environment
• UEConcierge - free tickets to local venues

A DYNAMIC TEAM

We make it our mission to recruit and retain highly skilled and passionate individuals. Because we have a genuine respect for the talents and story of every member of our team, our culture attracts a wide variety of personalities and backgrounds to compose an eclectic and fun atmosphere. Each of our company’s products is bench-made and hand-finished at our 175,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Charleston, which houses the talented engineers, sales and marketing professionals, designers, and craftsmen who make up our team. We pride ourselves on manufacturing processes that secure the growth and sustainability of artisanal craft for the future by using modern techniques that enhance and refine the hand-build approach as opposed to replacing it.

METALSMITH

Preserving the lasting tradition and skill of forming copper and brass by hand to create made-to-order lighting fixtures.

PREP / FINISHING

Giving life to our products through the art of paint, lacquer, oxidation and coating.

GLASS / WIRE / PACK

Ensuring quality to our customers by inspecting products, fitting glass, wiring electrical, and carefully packing finished fixtures.

ENGINEERING

Improving quality, productivity, and design throughout our entire manufacturing process.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Guiding and developing new products for our ever-growing catalogue.

LOGISTICS

Managing the flow of products from start to finish.

SALES & MARKETING

Connecting our brand, our products, and our message to the world.

FABRICATION

Manipulating raw metals using CNC cutting, bending, and machining technologies.

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

Sourcing, organizing, and distributing all of the materials needed for our daily operations.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Managing the day-to-day internal operations of our organization including Accounting, IT, Maintenance, and Human Resources.

ART & CREATIVE

Materializing the signature brand of UECo through the arts, encompassing photography, video production, graphic design and website development.

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

Developing process improvements and standardization through effective use of data and technology.

WE ARE A PROGRESSIVE COMPANY THAT TAKES PRIDE IN PROVIDING A POSITIVE AND CREATIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

A CARING CULTURE

While we are world-renowned for the way we take care of our clients, we are even more purposeful with how we care for each other. We love what we do, who we are, what we represent, and who we will become - and importantly, we thrive on the creative energy of a team that challenges and supports each other to achieve what's not thought possible. It's difficult for artisanal craft to exist let alone thrive in the modern era - but we like the hard stuff and believe it sets us apart. And within a caring environment where every one feels safe to strive and safe to fail, we believe our team achieves its very best.

UECOMMUNITY

We are committed to supporting local, non-profit organizations that provide a basic need in our community. With this mission in mind, the company and its employees provide time and monetary support to several local groups in North Charleston including: Fresh Future Farm, Lowcountry Orphan Relief, Metanoia, and The Disabilities Board of Charleston County.

UECO UNIVERSITY

To support our employees in their personal and professional growth, The Urban Electric Co. has a robust training program that we call UECo U. We believe strongly that the company benefits when the individual skills of our team members are enhanced. The UECo U Grant Program rewards employees for their contributions to the company. We believe that providing opportunities for employees to enrich their lives will add to their personal development and contribute to our aspirations of becoming the benchmark of the luxury lighting world.