Set Up Technician - Weekdays na None

This position is responsible for the setup and changeover 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.
• 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 safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• 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 read and interpret G-code.
• 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. 
• 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 used regularly.

Not Applicable

Must be at least 18 years old.

Export Control Compliance Notice

This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. Palmetto State Armory may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.