Machining Operator

Champion Aerospace LLC•Liberty, SC

About The Position

Set up and operate CNC machines to specifications, with an emphasis on turning lathe operations. Assist the Machining Engineer by testing, calibrating, and adjusting equipment. Operate equipment, conduct tests, and report data. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and may perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of CNC Programming and Operations, CNC Fundamentals, or comparable courses.
One year of experience operating and setting up manual and automatic drills, lathes, grinders, and milling machines.
Flexibility with start and end times.
Availability for occasional Saturday work.

Responsibilities

Set work coordinates on machines.
Set tool geometry offsets.
Read and understand CNC part programs; upload or download programs as required.
Monitor and debug new methods and procedures to ensure system efficiencies.
Understand cutting tool geometry and cutting tool materials.
Interface with vendors and outside sales personnel to evaluate new tooling.
Assist the Machining Engineer in developing new CNC programs, implementing their use, and maintaining program files.
Test, calibrate, and adjust equipment; operate equipment, conduct tests, and report data.
Perform other duties assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Adhere to all company policies.