Eaton Aerospace Group is currently seeking CNC Setup Machinists to join our 2nd and 3rd shift teams. This position is based in our North Charleston, SC facility. Relocation assistance will be provided.
This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $3,000*, less applicable withholding.
Position Overview:
The setup machinist will lead the transition/changeover between production runs on various CNC machines such as mills and lathes then operate select machines through the remainder of the production run while ensuring quality parts from the work cell.
Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.
In this function you will:

• Properly set tools in machine locations required for set-up & perform part changeover including program retrieval and input
• Establish work offsets (G54, G55, etc.) manually and utilizing probing technology
• Read, understand, and reset CNC machine program codes
• Be able to calculate and input axis coordinates for CNC machines up to 3 axis’s or use spindle probe to determine work offsets
• Calculate and input axis coordinates X, Y and Z or use spindle probe to determine work offsets
• Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing results to make adjustments to work offsets

Additional benefits to include: Health insurance effective from first day of employment, air conditioned and well maintained facility, paid lunch, two weeks of vacation upon hire. Eaton is invested in the learning and development of its employees, offering tuition assistance and capitalizing on new machining and measuring equipment.
*Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only.
• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.
• Bonuses will be paid out in two installments: $1,000 less applicable withholding in the first (1st) paycheck. Remaining $2,000 less applicable withholding will be paid out after six (6) months of employment.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.
Qualifications - Internal
Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating CNC lathes and/or mills in a manufacturing or operations environment or equivalent education
• Must have one (1) years’ experience setting up CNC lathes and/or mills
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• Relocation Assistance is provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field
• Journeyman’s Toolmaker Certification
• Experience with CNC or conversational programming
• Experience operating a variety of manual machines (lathes, mills, jig bore, grinders etc.)
• Familiar with Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, TPM, Error Proofing, Standardized Work, Set up Reduction, Continuous Flow, and Pull
• Experience in Troubleshooting Problems using quality tools such as statistics, 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, etc.
• PC computer skills (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, etc...) with ability to learn other programs
• Must be able to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches including proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Must be able to perform basic shop math.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.50 - $31.50 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:

• CNC mill or lathe: 1 year (Preferred)
• setting up CNC mills and/or lathes: 1 year (Preferred)
• GD&T/blueprint: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person