Eaton
A global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for various industries.
CNC Grind Setup Machinist
Setup CNC mills/lathes, changeover runs, ensure quality, 3rd shift.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The setup machinist leads the transition and changeover between production runs on various CNC machines such as mills and lathes, then operates selected machines through the remainder of the run while ensuring quality parts from the work cell. • Set tools in machine locations and perform part changeover, including program retrieval and input. • Establish work offsets (G54, G55, etc.) manually and with probing technology. • Read, understand, and reset CNC machine program codes. • Calculate and input axis coordinates (X, Y, Z) for up to 3‑axis machines or use spindle probe for work offsets. • Apply GD&T results to adjust work offsets. • Determine and run work offsets for 4‑axis single machines. • Manage part‑specific tooling packages of 1‑30 tools per process. • Handle parts with fewer than 10‑50 features.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸tool setup
- ▸program input
- ▸work offsets
- ▸cnc programming
- ▸tool management
- ▸changeover lead
What You Bring
Eaton is committed to equal employment opportunities and makes hiring decisions without regard to protected characteristics. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and, due to ITAR requirements, must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee). • Minimum two years' experience operating CNC lathes and/or mills (or equivalent education). • At least one year of experience setting up CNC lathes and/or mills. • Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. • Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR. • Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field (preferred). • Journeyman’s Toolmaker Certification (preferred). • Experience with CNC or conversational programming (preferred). • Experience operating manual machines (lathes, mills, jig bore, grinders) (preferred). • Familiarity with Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, TPM, etc.) (preferred). • Ability to troubleshoot using quality tools such as statistics, 8D, 5‑Why, and Fishbone diagrams (preferred). • Proficient PC skills (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook) and ability to learn new software. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T. • Basic shop math and demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Requirements
- ▸cnc
- ▸toolmaker cert
- ▸technical degree
- ▸lean manufacturing
- ▸excel
- ▸gd&t
Benefits
Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is seeking a CNC Grind Setup Machinist. The rate for this position is $24‑$29 per hour plus a $2.50 per hour shift differential. Third‑shift hours are 11:00 pm – 7:00 am. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations. Eaton Aerospace Group is hiring CNC Setup Machinists for its third‑shift team at the North Charleston, SC facility. Relocation assistance is provided. The pay range is $21‑$25 per hour, and a sign‑on bonus of $3,000 (less applicable withholding) is currently offered. Benefits include health insurance effective from the first day, an air‑conditioned and well‑maintained facility, paid lunch, two weeks of vacation upon hire, tuition assistance, and access to new machining and measuring equipment. Eaton offers a variety of health, welfare, and retirement benefits, as well as programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.
Work Environment
Onsite