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CNC Setup Machinist - 3rd Shift

Eaton

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Jun 19, 2026

Salary
$26 – $29
Location
North Charleston, SC,US, US
Type
Full-time
Department
Manufacturing
Education
Associate
Source
Eightfold

Description

Eaton’s Aerospace Division is currently seeking a CNC Setup Machinist on 3rd Shift at our Charleston, SC facility. Relocation is offered on this role, The core hours for third shift are 11:00 pm - 7:00 am Monday - Friday.

The rate for this position is $$26.50-$29/hr + $2.50/hr shift differential..

This position is currently offering a sign-on bonus of $3,000*; less applicable withholding.

*Bonus terms

  • Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only.
  • Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
  • Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.
  • Bonuses will be paid out in two installments: $1,000 less applicable withholding in the first (1st) paycheck. Remaining $2,000 less applicable withholding will be paid out after six (6) months of employment.

Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

To see our full benefits and compensation package, check out: Eaton Benefits

## What you’ll do:

The setup machinist will lead the transition/changeover between production runs on various CNC machines such as mills and lathes then operate select machines through the remainder of the production run while ensuring quality parts from the work cell.

In this function you will:

  • Properly set tools in machine locations required for set-up & perform part changeover including program retrieval and input
  • Establish work offsets (G54, G55, etc.) manually and utilizing probing technology
  • Read, understand, and reset CNC machine program codes
  • Calculate and input axis coordinates for CNC machines up to 3 axis’s or use spindle probe to determine work offsets
  • Calculate and input axis coordinates X, Y and Z or use spindle probe to determine work offsets
  • Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing results to make adjustments to work offsets
  • Additional benefits to include: Health insurance effective from the first day of employment, air-conditioned and well-maintained facility, paid lunch, and two weeks of vacation upon hire. Eaton is invested in the learning and development of its employees, offering tuition assistance and capitalizing on new machining and measuring equipment.

## Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience operating CNC lathes and/or mills in a manufacturing or operations environment; OR an Associate's degree or higher in machining or manufacturing related discipline.
  • A minimum of one (1) years experience setting up CNC lathes and/or mills
  • This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
  • Relocation is offered. Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Charleston, SC; or be willing to reside within this region, to be considered for this role. Must currently live within the United States.

Preferred:

  • Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field
  • Experience operating a variety of manual machines (lathes, mills, jig bore, grinders, etc.)

Position Criteria:

  • Able to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches including proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Able to perform basic shop math.
  • A demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

CNC

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