Machining Operator

TransDigm Group • Liberty, SC

15h

About The Position

The Machine Operator sets up and operates CNC machines to specifications, with an emphasis on turning lathe operations. The role assists the Machining Engineer by testing, calibrating, and adjusting equipment; operating equipment; conducting tests; and reporting data. The employee is expected to adhere to company policies and may perform other duties assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

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.

Responsibilities

• Set work coordinates on machines.
• Set tool geometry offsets.
• Read and understand CNC part programs, and 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.
• Adhere to company policies and perform other duties as assigned to meet ongoing organizational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED