Precision Machining Technician – EDM & SPDT

US Conec, Ltd.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

4 weeks PTO plus holidays

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Team-based culture that values创新 and

Opportunities to work with cutting‑edg

Recognition programs and professional

Job summary

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing Machining Technician to join our RD&E team in North Carolina. You will hands‑on support production and engineering projects, machining mold components with SPDT, Wire EDM, Hole Driller EDM, and surface grinders to achieve ultra‑high tolerances.

Training will be provided for advanced machinery. You’ll create CAM programs with ESPRIT, design in AutoDesk Inventor, and perform tight GD&T verification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years of experience in machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM programming, including generating and modifying G-code.
• Strong troubleshooting, prioritization, and process improvement skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate multi‑axis machining equipment, Wire EDM, Hole Driller EDM, SPDT machines, and surface grinders for high‑tolerance features.
• Create and optimize CAM programs (ESPRIT) using 3D CAD (AutoDesk Inventor) and GD&T.
• Perform ultra‑precision gauging and dimensional verification with accuracies to 0.0001 mm.
• Inspect mold tooling and components using precision measurement systems; analyze and communicate results to guide team decisions.
• Support engineering projects and provide technical assistance to production teams.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs for machining equipment.
• Perform or coordinate equipment repairs as needed.
• Assist with product and process qualifications in collaboration with Product Development and Quality Assurance.
• Document activities, collect data, and prepare reports to support continuous improvement.

Skills

G-code programming

CAM programming

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting

GD&T

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

ESPRIT

AutoDesk Inventor

Surface grinders

Job description

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing Machining Technician to join our RD&E team in North Carolina. You will hands‑on support production and engineering projects, machining mold components with SPDT, Wire EDM, Hole Driller EDM, and surface grinders to achieve ultra‑high tolerances.

Training will be provided for advanced machinery. You’ll create CAM programs with ESPRIT, design in AutoDesk Inventor, and perform tight GD&T verification.