CMM Machine Technician; Coordinate Measuring Machines -OFF Shift

Job Title:

CMM Machine Technician (Coordinate Measuring Machines) – OFF Shift

Location:

Aiken, SC. Working Pattern:
Full Time, Off-Shift – Monday night through Thursday night, 7:30pm to 6:00am. We are offering a $3,000 Sign on Bonus and relocation benefits.

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

• 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.
• Conduct in-process inspections during ongoing series production, ensuring correct setup and alignment of parts.
• 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 use hand and electronic measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Manage, care for, maintain, and monitor test and measuring equipment, with SAP support, and maintain measurement documentation and report results.
• Support production with quality questions, sampling, and process approvals, collaborating with production, quality, and engineering teams.
• Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety, support troubleshooting of basic machine or measurement issues, reduce non‑value‑added work, and perform special projects as required.
• Promote a compliance culture in line with the Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct.

• Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic, tool mechanic, or a comparable 3.5‑year technical apprenticeship in a metalworking field; or completion of an apprenticeship, or training program, or 3 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial tooling in a heavy‑duty machining environment.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Basic ability to operate a coordinate measuring machine (Wenzel preferred) and to run and monitor existing measuring programs safely.
• Confidence handling hand and electronic measuring instruments.
• Focus on basic machine operation rather than full independent programming, with full programming capability developed on the job over time.
• AUKOM Level 1 and Level 2 and Quartis Basic and Advanced are target qualifications, completed on the job if not already held.
• Basic understanding of measurement processes, coordinate systems, machine axes, and alignment.
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, angles, directions, and part orientation.
• Basic ability to inspect surface roughness and contours (profilometer and contracer).
• Basic knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.

Must have good visual acuity, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Exposure to various workplace elements is possible but not at an uncomfortable level.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported and empowered.

• Competitive base pay and discretionary bonus plan.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account.
• 401(k) retirement savings 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.
• Other employee discounts and support assistance.