CMM Machine Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machines) -OFF Shift

Rolls-Royce•Aiken, SC

37d•$28 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Wenzel Measuring Machine Operator operates and monitors coordinate measuring machines (CMM) in crankcase manufacturing, focusing on safely running existing measurement programs, ensuring part quality and supporting production as a confident operator of existing programs. This role is part of the Power Systems business in North America, which delivers world-class solutions for energy, industrial, marine, and defense sectors. North America is a key growth market for this business, driven by increasing demand for resilient energy solutions, data center expansion, and the transition to more sustainable power. As the company continues to invest and expand across the region, teams are at the forefront of this growth, advancing innovative technologies and shaping the future of reliable, sustainable power.

Requirements

Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic, tool mechanic, OR A comparable 3.5-year technical apprenticeship in a metalworking field; OR Completion of an apprenticeship, or training program, OR 3 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial tooling in a heavy-duty machining environment.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Basic ability to operate a coordinate measuring machine (Wenzel preferred) and to run and monitor existing measuring programs safely; confident handling of hand and electronic measuring instruments.
Focus on basic machine operation rather than full independent programming, with full programming capability developed on the job over time.
AUKOM Level 1 and Level 2 and Quartis Basic and Advanced are target qualifications, completed on the job if not already held.
Basic understanding of measurement processes, coordinate systems, machine axes, and alignment.
Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, angles, directions, and part orientation.
Basic ability to inspect surface roughness and contours (profilometer and contracer).
Basic knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor the Wenzel coordinate measuring machine during production, loading and executing existing measuring programs.
Perform dimensional, form, and position (GD&T) tolerance checks on crankcase components according to drawing specifications, including geometries, positions, and surface characteristics.
Perform in-process inspections during ongoing series production, ensuring correct setup and alignment of parts.
Interpret measurement results, identify deviations or out-of-tolerance conditions, perform root cause analysis, and initiate and track corrective actions.
Read and interpret technical drawings, GD&T, and measurement specifications.
Work with standard hand and electronic measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Manage, care for, maintain, and monitor test and measuring equipment, with SAP support.
Maintain measurement documentation and report results.
Support production with quality questions, sampling, and process approvals.
Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams.
Keep the team informed, maintain cleanliness, order, and safety.
Support troubleshooting of basic machine or measurement issues.
Reduce non-value-added work.
Perform special projects as required.
Promote a compliance culture in line with the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.