Set Up Technician/CNC Machinist

ms-xtec; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading precision manufacturing company in Charlotte is seeking a skilled Set Up Technician/CNC Machinist to join their team. This role involves monitoring safety compliance, performing machine operations, and ensuring product quality within a high-precision environment. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of CNC experience and a willingness to learn. Competitive compensation starts at $23 per hour, with opportunities for growth and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CNC Machines, Robot Automation Cells, and Siemens Controls preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts and gantry cranes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with occupational safety regulations and handle HazMats.
• Perform maintenance tasks, repairs, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Conduct CMM and SPC measurements according to inspection plans.

Skills

Hands-on CNC machine experience

Quality control procedures

Ability to use hand tools

Basic mechanical knowledge

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree in machining/manufacturing

Tools

CNC Machines

Precision measuring instruments

Zeiss CMM

Job description

Ready to build something from the ground up? As a Set Up Technician/CNC Machinist at MS XTEC, you'll do more than just operate machines—you'll be a foundational member of our growing U.S. team. We're an internationally recognized German manufacturer establishing our presence in Charlotte, and we're looking for a skilled professional with leadership potential to help us shape our future. If you're a dedicated CNC expert who wants to grow make a lasting impact, this is your chance to get in on the ground floor.Company Profile:MS XTEC LLC (the “Company”) is a precision CNC manufacturing company specializing in high- tolerance components for the automotive, commercial vehicle, agriculture, and motorsport industries. The Company is the U.S. subsidiary of MS XTEC GmbH—an internationally recognized German manufacturer with over 50 years of experience. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, our facility supports production, logistics, planning, and sales for small- to large-batch series, with scalable capacity from prototyping to 350,000 units.We machine components such as valve trains, rocker arms, and transmission housings using aluminum, steel, castings, and forgings, and we integrate advanced automation, real-time monitoring, and processdigitalization to ensure quality, efficiency, and full traceability. We are just getting started in the North American market and have committed business fueling our growth.

Your Tasks

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Set Up Technician/CNC Machinist to join our small team. The role is ideal for a CNC professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility and grow as the business grows.

Key Responsibilities:

General:

• Monitoring compliance with occupational safety regulations. Proper handling of HazMats.
• Ensuring order and cleanliness in the production area (using the 5S method).
• Initiating and monitoring activities to ensure proper equipment conditions.
• Ensuring a correct shift handover to the subsequent shift, including shift documentation.
• Execute production specific software tools (e.g. properly executing bookings of raw and finished parts).
• Participating in daily meetings (e.g. Shopfloor) and informing production management about the current situation.
• Adhering to environmental and energy aspects (identifying weaknesses and initiating corrective measures, e.g. fixing compressed air leaks/oil leaks).
• Support assembly and packaging, preparing customer deliveries and logistic operation.

Machine Operation:

• Performing dimensional corrections in collaboration with supervisor.
• Performing maintenance tasks, repairs, troubleshooting in accordance with qualifications, including fluids.
• Monitoring planned production quantities. Ensuring the availability of materials for assembly.
• Recording quantities produced and process disruptions.

Tool Management

• Conducting tool presetting, changes and replacements.

Quality

• Perform CMM measurements and SPC measurements according to inspection plans and measurement programs.
• Initiating and monitoring activities to ensure quality and audit compliance.
• Ensuring compliance with production requirements (e.g. initial part release, adherence to work instructions).
• Inspection of material received.

Your Profile

Qualifications:

• Familiar with measurement procedures.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in machining / manufacturing preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on CNC machine experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment. Experience with CNC Machines, Robot Automation Cells, and Siemens Controls is preferred.
• Experience with quality control procedures and the use of precision measuring instruments is essential. Experience with Zeiss CMM preferred.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and experience with machining processes.
• Ability to use hand tools, forklifts, and gantry cranes.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Willingness to support other operation procedures (Quality, Washing, assembly, shipping).

We Offer

Compensation and Growth:

• Pay Range: starting at $23 per hour, depending on skills and experience
• PPE is provided

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