Tool Room Machinist

SEW-Eurodrive, Inc.

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Lyman, SC Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted February 26, 2026
Job description

About the Role


Basic Purpose

Set-up and operate all Manual/ Conversational, and CNC's Lathes, Mills, Grinders (OD, ID, & Surface) Key-seater, EDM, drill presses, band saws, to ensure the Manufacturing, IG, and Assemble Production is operating at optimum levels. Other task include but not limited to, service housing and gear department fixtures, assistance at the Service Gate for the needed parts from the Tool Room's inventory stock, and tool settings. Must be willing to grow with the company as we expand our capabilities.

Shift: 2nd and 3rd shift

Pay: $24/hr + 10% Shift Differential

Education/Experience: Applicable certifications and/or at least 10 years of experience as a machinist.

Top Skills & Abilities being sought for this position:

  • Experienced Cutting and Grinding Gears 
  • Experienced with machining parts up to 10K lbs. 
  • Ability to use gauges and other measuring equipment to ensure quality work.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with continuous interruptions.
  • Able to work with design and service engineers to repair or modify any parts needed

Top Actual Task for this position:

  • Set up and run all Tool Room equipment including Grinding, Turning, and Milling Machines.
  • Program all CNC’s (G code and Conversational) 
  • Must be able to fully service and trouble shoot all Fixtures within the Manufacturing facility.
  • Must assist with the Tool Room’s service door as fellow employees are requiring components and machining assistance to keep manufacturing processes moving in a forward direction
  • Rigging on parts and material up to 10k lbs.


Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.


SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE!

There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:

•    Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals
•    Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment
•    Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
•    Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment
•    Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase
•    Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service
•    Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year
•    Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account
•    Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually
•    Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters
•    Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
•    Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options
•    Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
•    Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards
•    Uniforms/Subsidies - Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements

•   Safety Shoes - A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements
•    Employee Assistance Programs - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.

About this role

Summary

Operate and set up manual and CNC machine tools ensuring quality manufacturing

Job title

Tool Room Machinist

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Lyman, SC on-site, with shift flexibility

Salary

$24/hr + 10% Shift Differential

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CNC programmingmachininggear cuttingmeasurement toolsfixture service

Preferred skills

G-codeconversational programmingriggingtroubleshooting

Specializations

machiningCNC programminggear cuttinggrindingmetrology
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lyman, SC, USA

On-site City