Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator jobs in Charleston, SC

This position is responsible for the setup, changeover, and fixture maintenance of various machine tools including 3 and 4-axis milling machines and lathes. Setup technicians provide support for production and the manufacturing process department by troubleshooting, making adjustments as necessary, and maintaining compliance to the quality standard.

• Perform machine tool setups and changeovers with minimal supervision in accordance with procedure dictated by process department.
• Maintain any applicable fixturing and tooling.
• Calibrate spindle probes and tool setters on a monthly basis.
• Interface regularly with quality department to address quality concerns as well as aid in the FAI process after a changeover.
• Actively participate in root cause analysis on manufacturing issues.
• Monitor and manage tool life. Change cutting tools, collets, and holders while recording relevant data.
• Read and interpret blueprints efficiently.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of standard work instruction, including training operators on established standards.
• Communicate with production and management to relay status of equipment and/or processes.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Adhere to guidelines and procedures to ensure the safe handling, removal, and disposal of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• 2 Years CNC operating and troubleshooting experience.

Expect to work within a climate control facility with mid to high noise levels. Working conditions and hours may vary based on production and business needs, including working regular shifts as outlined and/or occasional weekends, or overtime, if needed.

Team members are constantly standing, walking, carrying, climbing, pulling/pushing, bending, seeing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, hearing, as well as handing paperwork. Team members will be lifting/maneuvering objects weighing 50 lbs. or less regularly. Cleaning material and chemicals are used regularly.

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