Production Machining Operator

Timken; Union (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Timken in Union, South Carolina is seeking qualified individuals to set-up and operate Vertical Machining Centers in a team environment. This role requires efficient operation of CNC and manual milling and drilling equipment, with responsibilities including tool maintenance, programming adjustments, and preventive measures.

The ideal candidates will be able to work any shift, be eligible to work in the US, and have a general knowledge of mechanical principles. The position offers valuable experience with machining tools and a collaborative work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the US.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• General knowledge of mechanical or electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate Vertical Machining Centers.
• Maintain machines and tools effectively.
• Load programs and perform necessary adjustments.

Skills

CNC operation

Machine maintenance

Interpret shop drawings

Problem-solving

Tools

Micrometers

Indicators

Thread gauges

Job description

Union, South Carolina, United States, 29379

Position Summary

Set-up and operate Vertical Machining Centers in a team environment. Operators must be able to efficiently perform operations on all CNC, NC and manual milling and drilling equipment.

• Load programs and make any necessary adjustments.
• Perform all loading and unloading machines.
• Interpret operation sheets to select proper tools to produce parts through automatic cycle of machine.
• Set-up required fixtures and gages.
• Pre-kit tools and gauges to achieve set-up targets.
• CNC machines are equipped with automatic tool changers that must be set-up in proper sequence for tools called for in the program.
• Perform operations such as milling, drilling, tapping, reaming, slotting, and sawing.
• Interpret and follow drawings, instructions, routings, and specifications.
• Must be able to maintain proper tools, manage parts, and operate machine efficiently.
• Must determine proper speeds and feeds when required.
• May be required to train other operators.
• Must audit tool wear to maintain good cutting edges.
• Responsible for the proper care of company tools, machines, quality, detecting and reporting defects before completion.
• Correct reporting of time and production.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines.
• Keep machines and workplace clean and organized, tooling must be in its proper place and always fit for use.
• Must be willing to work as a team to achieve departmental goals that include maximization of machine production time requiring the team to schedule breaks and vacation to not conflict with production requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Ability to use and interpret shop drawings and shop measuring tools such as indicators, micrometers, thread and plug gauges and make appropriate offset adjustments to CNC programs.
• Requires a general knowledge of mechanical or electrical principles.
• Make decisions involving use of considerable initiative and judgment.
• Must be able to work with medium weight tools and material and occasionally heavy weight tools and materials.
• Must be willing to work any shift and work overtime.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience on the following machine tools:

• Monarch VMC RTB (12-006 #12)
• Monarch VMC RTB
• MAHO VMC DMN 80 P

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.