CNC MACHINE OPERATOR II

Join the BAE Systems Team in Aiken, South Carolina: CNC Machine Operator Opportunity

We're seeking highly skilled and experienced CNC Machine Operators to join our dynamic team in Aiken, South Carolina. As a CNC Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in driving excellence in manufacturing, leveraging your expertise to produce high-quality parts while meeting key performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate advanced CNC equipment with precision and accuracy, ensuring seamless execution of machining, fabricating, and processing tasks.
• Set machine controls, load tools, fixtures, and programs, and expertly troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve department and plant goals for cost, quality, delivery, safety, and performance.
• Utilize hand tools, ratchets, air tools, and other devices to secure parts and fixtures with precision.
• Machine parts to exacting blueprint specifications, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure parts meet stringent specifications.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to optimize processes and prevent errors.
• Safely operate material handling equipment, such as hoists, pallet jacks, and forklifts, to transport parts, materials, and fixtures.
• Maintain accurate records and complete paperwork for work orders, labor and time reporting, and quality records.
• Foster a culture of safety and excellence, training others and contributing to a clean and organized work environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge CNC equipment and technology
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• 2nd shift (10 hours) or Weekend shift (12 hours) options

If you're a skilled CNC Machine Operator looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and contribute to the success of BAE Systems.

• A minimum of 2 years CNC machine controlled equipment experience in a metal cutting/metal working manufacturing environment.
• Able to apply shop math, read and interpret blueprints and calculate dimensions.
• Able to use gauges and measuring tools to determine the quality of a part.
• Able to reach up to 50 inches, lift 30 pounds, and apply 30 pounds of torque to ratchets to load and unload parts on machine.
• Able to understand work orders, machine controls and settings, fixtures and tool requirements and make adjustments as needed.
• Able to understand safety policies, procedures and machine features.
• Able to operate hoist, pallet jack, or forklift. Operation of forklift requires passing a certification test and the ability to step up 14 inches onto the forklift.
• Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and communications skills.
• Good time management and planning skills.

• 2 year Machine Tool Technology Degree
• 4 years set up and operating CNC Mills, Lathes or press