CMM Machine Technician; Coordinate Measuring Machines -OFF Shift

CMM Machine Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machines) - OFF Shift

Job Location:

Aiken, SC

Working Pattern:
Full Time, Off-Shift (Monday night to Thursday night, 7:30 pm to 6:00 am)

Sign‑on Bonus: $3,000 and relocation benefits

Job Summary:

The Wenzel Measuring Machine Operator operates and monitors coordinate measuring machines (CMM) in crankcase manufacturing, safely running existing measurement programs, ensuring part quality, and supporting production as a confident operator.

• Operate and monitor the Wenzel coordinate measuring machine during production, loading and executing existing measuring programs.
• Perform dimensional, form, and position (GD&T) tolerance checks on crankcase components according to drawing specifications, including geometries, positions, and surface characteristics, and conduct in‑process inspections during ongoing series production.
• Interpret measurement results, identify deviations or out‑of‑tolerance conditions, perform root‑cause analysis, and initiate and track corrective actions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, GD&T, and measurement specifications, and work with standard hand and electronic measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Maintain and monitor measuring equipment, support SAP documentation, and keep measurement records and reports.
• Support production with quality questions, sampling, and process approvals, and collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams.
• Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety, troubleshoot basic machine or measurement issues, reduce non‑value‑added work, perform special projects as required, and promote compliance culture in line with the Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct.

• Completed vocational training as an industrial or tool mechanic, or a comparable 3.5‑year technical apprenticeship in a metalworking field, or completion of an apprenticeship or training program.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial tooling in a heavy‑dug machining environment.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• Basic ability to operate a coordinate measuring machine (Wenzel preferred) and run and monitor existing measuring programs safely; confident with hand and electronic measuring instruments.
• Focus on machine operation rather than full independent programming; full programming capability developed on the job over time (AUKOM Level 1/2, Quartis Basic/Advanced).
• Basic understanding of measurement processes, coordinate systems, machine axes, and alignment; ability to read blueprints, GD&T, angles, directions, part orientation; basic knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.

Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception. The employee may be exposed to various environmental elements.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. The company is committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered.

Competitive salary, $3,000 sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, bonus plan, employee support assistance, employee discounts, and a comprehensive Total Rewards package including health, dental, vision, disability, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental and family care leave, tuition reimbursement, and long‑term incentive plan.