Mechanic I

Carpenter Technology; McBee (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Carpenter Technology in McBee, South Carolina is seeking a skilled machinist to study blueprints and efficiently operate machining tools. Responsibilities include planning machining processes, selecting tools, and ensuring safety protocols.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and preferably an Associate's degree in Mechatronics, along with skills in machining. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, encouraging safety and quality work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with machining or technical training preferred.
• Must demonstrate skills through testing before progressing.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and plan machining operations.
• Select and position work-piece and tools.
• Monitor machine operations and ensure work-piece meets specifications.

Skills

Attention to safety

Machining skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Mechatronics or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Other duties may be assigned, including but not limited to housekeeping, cross training and operator level maintenance in support of equipment operation.
• Responsibilities also include attention to safety according to specific training and safety rules.
• Study blueprint or layout on work-piece to visualize machining required, and plan sequence of operations.
• Select method of holding work-piece.
• Lifts work-piece manually or using hoist, positions, and secures it to holding device such as machine table, chuck, centers, or fixture.
• Verifies work-piece position.
• Select feed rate, cutting speed, depth of cut, and cutting tool (bar tool, rotary cutter, or abrasive wheel) for each operation.
• Positions and secures tool in tool-holder (chuck, collet, or tool-post).
• Moves controls to position tool and work-piece in relation to each other, and to set feeds, speeds, and depth of cut.
• Starts machine, turns hand‑wheel to feed tool into work‑piece or vice versa, and engages automatic feeding device.
• Turns valve handle to start flow of coolant against tool and work‑piece.
• Observes operation and regulates tool position and action.
• Verifies conformance of machined work‑piece to specifications.
• Measures, marks, and scribes work‑piece to lay‑out for machining.
• Devises ways of clamping work‑pieces and makes special jigs and fixtures as needed.
• May assist maintenance mechanics/electricians in trouble‑shooting and/or installation of repaired/fabricated part.
• Devises, implements, and maintains Preventive Maintenance program for the machine shop tools and equipment, including support systems such as air supply, lubrication, and coolant systems.
• Responsible to learn and adhere to all company and common‑sense safety procedures and to use available safety equipment as appropriate.
• Responsible for housekeeping in the machine shop area.
• Works on nonmetallic materials.
• Assists in the training of less experienced machinists as well as other mechanics/electricians.

Experience and Training Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school and up to two years of on‑the‑job experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to demonstrate skills through testing and practical application before moving from one skill level to the next.
• Specific initial and recurring training requirements may be found on the Job Qualification Check Sheet (JQC) for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well organized and the ability to prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Willing to work in a fast paced, ever‑changing work environment.
• Mechatronics degree preferred.

Benefits

Carpenter Technology Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401(k) with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.