CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

Location: Sumter, SC

Salary Range: $20.00 per hour to $26.00 per hour

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Summary:

Efficient set-up, operation and troubleshooting of CNC machining centers ensuring the proper machining techniques are followed and acceptable levels of quality and productivity are met within established parameters and within a safe and effective manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Start up and shut down a variety of machine(s) following established company procedures and safety guidelines.
• Sets Up and operates numerically controlled (NC, CNC, PLC and other manual machines) lathes (horizontal & vertical) performing machining operations including  turning, boring and facing castings and forgings.
• Selects and installs tooling into tool posts, turrets or indexing heads
• Mounts work piece in chuck, or faceplate, manually or using hoist or cranes.
• Performs machining operations on a variety of parts at times with high levels of complexity, ensuring machining operations are performed within the established parameters, minimizing scrap and rework with acceptable levels of output.
• Reads and interprets a variety of engineering and quality specifications.
• Applies practical and working knowledge of machines to make the necessary adjustments (turning dials, switches, and assigned offset/program controls) to override machine control and current machine performance.
• Responsible for all inspections ensuring conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.  May also perform inspections for other operators if required.
• Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates and speed of machining cuts.
• Performs continuous improvement (lean) activities as may be assigned or required.
• Preforms other duties and assignments as scheduled and/or required.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment including identification of unsafe conditions.  Steel-toed shoes and ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.

Leadership & Team Development (if applicable)

• Team leadership responsibilities

Customer / Stakeholder Engagement (if applicable)

• Must be able to interact professionally with customers/visitors.
• Responsible for escalating issues to the appropriate level

Cross-Functional Collaboration (if applicable)

• Must be able to communicate and collaborate with others to drive efficiency & problem-solve

Operational Excellence (if applicable)

• Will be held accountable for meeting performance metrics
• Expected to provide ideas for process improvement opportunities
• Strategic Communication (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Education:  High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience: One (1) to three (3) years machining experience in precision manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills:  Technical Degree in manufacturing technology preferred.

Other Requirements: 

• Solid understanding and ability to use shop math and precision (micrometers, precision dial gauges, et.) measuring instruments. 
• A thorough knowledge of CNC machine operation, tool off setting and basic machine code is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, understand technical documentation, computer literate, read process drawings (blueprints), and engineering specifications.

Travel Requirements

• 0% of travel

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. 

Diversity in the Workplace.  At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.  Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.