CNC Machinist III

DRT Holdings, LLC • Simpsonville, SC

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About The Position

The CNC Machinist III sets up and operates CNC milling machines, including horizontal and vertical machining centers, to produce complex, high-precision components that meet demanding quality and performance standards. The role performs machine setups, tooling changes, work-offset adjustments, first-piece inspections, and in-process inspections, while making tooling and program adjustments to maintain quality, efficiency, and production targets. It also involves troubleshooting machining and tooling issues, monitoring tool life, identifying process and cycle-time improvements, completing production and quality documentation, and collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules. The machinist helps maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

This position offers first- and second-shift schedules, Monday through Friday, with overtime available. The employer advertises weekly competitive pay, shift differential, and Day 1 benefits. The team works on complex components using advanced CNC machining equipment and technology, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines, including HMCs and VMCs.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Experience with tooling selection, fixture setup, and precision inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Mazatrol, Okuma, Makino, Mori Seiki, or similar control systems.
• Multi-axis machining experience, including 4-axis and/or 5-axis.
• CNC programming and G-code editing experience.
• Experience with CAM software.
• Technical machining education, trade school, or apprenticeship training.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines, including horizontal machining centers (HMCs) and vertical machining centers (VMCs).
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, work-offset adjustments, and first-piece inspections.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications.
• Manufacture precision-machined components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Make tooling and program adjustments to maintain quality, efficiency, and production targets.
• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor tool life and identify opportunities to improve machining processes and cycle times.
• Complete production, inspection, and quality documentation accurately.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Weekly competitive pay.
• Shift differential.
• Opportunities to expand technical skills and advance a career.
• Stable, long-term manufacturing career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed