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Aerotek CNC Machinist/Programmer in North Charleston, South Carolina
Job Title: CNC Machinist/Programmer
Job Description
As a CNC Machinist/Programmer you will be responsible for reading and interpreting technical blueprints, inputting design specifications, adjusting machine cutting paths, and performing quality checks on the final product. In addition you will be responsible the set-up and operation of various computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools to produce or repair/refurbish precision parts
Calculate dimensions or tolerances of workpieces, products, or equipment using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers
Program mills and lathes by entering instructions and setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications
Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
Operate cutting/grinding equipment and perform precision machining operation
Collaborate with numerical control programmers to ensure proper functioning and output that meets specifications
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
Support projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing
Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations
Evaluate machining procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency
Preferred Skills:
Experience with setting up and programming Mills and Lathes
Experience with MasterCAM, EdgeCAM, or other CNC-based programming software
Blueprint reading
About Aerotek:
We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.