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CNC Machinist / Machine Operator III
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Job Description
Onsite Job: CNC Machinist / Machine Operator III
Work Location: Aiken, SC
Duration: 06+ Months, Temporary to Hire
Second Shift: 3:15pm to 1:45am
Work Schedule: 4/40
Position Description
Considerable knowledge of the job. Substantial acquaintance with and understanding of general aspects of the job with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job. Must be capable of setting up and operating a wide range of machine tools. Included but not limited to: multi axis CNC milling machines.
Skills Required
Responsible for working from process sheets, engineering drawings/specifications, sketches and written/oral instructions to machine various product items. Works to extremely close tolerances and inspects work using precision measuring instruments. Completes manufacturing/quality control reports and tag discrepancy parts.
Responsible for independently performing tasks requiring accuracy and mental application in the use of advanced shop mathematics.
Responsible for suggesting and working with Manufacturing Engineering and others in developing alternate methods and procedures which contribute toward more efficient and economic product manufacturing.
Responsible for performing work assignments which require accomplishing untried tasks, first run complex machining, method process prove out, etc. in consultation with Manufacturing Engineering or others as required.
Responsible for making complex setups and accomplish precise alignment of work piece in machine and manufacturing to extremely close tolerances on parts of high complexity, such as gun barrels and other parts, as well as parts of low to medium complexity.
Responsible for independently performing tasks requiring accuracy and mental application in the use of shop mathematics, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and Feeds & Speed calculations.
Cleans/deburrs parts as conditions permit utilizing machine tools, power tools or hand tools.
Maintains and returns all equipment such as tooling, jigs, fixtures and gages to the proper storage area.
Performs routine operator maintenance functions such as chip removal, and the cleaning of machines, table, surrounding area as required.
Rigs/loads/unloads parts or equipment from machines utilizing special handling equipment as needed.
Employee is responsible for maintaining/improving housekeeping standard in his/her work area and adhering to established safety rules and practices.
Train other machinists as required.
Works under the supervision of a Team Leader who gives minimal instructions. Team Leader is available for consultation.
Must understand shop floor computerized time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities. Examples of those responsibilities are: clocking in and out upon arrival and departure from work, close shop order sequences when work is complete, etc.
Able to be moved to different machining centers or areas to fill in as needed.
Skills Preferred
Able to read, interpret, programming as required to mitigate production delays/risks.
Experience and understanding of GD&T application.
Must have the knowledge and skill to set, use, and read precision layout and measuring instruments.
Must have the knowledge of, and the ability to apply algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions to blueprint dimensions in the machining of products.
Must have the ability to read and interpret multi-paged complex machining product blueprints.
Must possess the knowledge, skill, and ability to setup and operate major machine tools.
Must have the ability, confidence, and self-motivation to apply talents independently and with good judgment.
Assist others in obtaining solutions to quality issues.
Assist other machinists in complex set-ups.
Experience Required
Able to read, interpret, programming as required to mitigate production delays/risks.
Experience and understanding of GD&T application.
Must have the knowledge and skill to set, use, and read precision layout and measuring instruments.
Must have the knowledge of, and the ability to apply algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions to blueprint dimensions in the machining of products.
Must have the ability to read and interpret multi-paged complex machining product blueprints.
Must possess the knowledge, skill, and ability to setup and operate major machine tools.
Must have the ability, confidence, and self-motivation to apply talents independently and with good judgment.
Assist others in obtaining solutions to quality issues.
Assist other machinists in complex set-ups.
Education Required
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 211814
Location Aiken, South Carolina, United States
Work Model On-site
Employment Type C2C
Experience 2-4 years
Pay Rate $32.50 (Hourly)
Posted October 26, 2026
Skills CNC milling machines. machine tools engineering drawings /specifications sketches work instructions machine tools Tooling jigs Fixture
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