CNC Machine Operator

Htijobs; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct hire

Shift differential

Growth opportunities

Modern automated environment

Job summary

JTEKT in Piedmont, SC is hiring CNC Machine Operators for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting pay is $24.76/hr with an additional $2.00/hr off-shift differential, totaling $26.76/hr for off-shift work.

Join a highly automated automotive manufacturing facility offering long-term stability and room for advancement. Responsibilities include operating CNC equipment, working with robotics, starting up machines, performing quality checks, troubleshooting issues, and supporting maintenance and 5S/CI

Qualifications

• Prior machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to properly use gauging equipment such as calipers, bore gauges, micrometers, and related inspection tools.
• Knowledge of equipment condition check sheets and production documentation.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks as required by production schedules.
• Ability to complete required quality checks and troubleshoot production stoppages.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support CNC machining equipment in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
• Work with automated and semi-automated production equipment and robotic systems.
• Perform machine startup procedures and production quality checks.
• Troubleshoot minor machine interruptions and support production uptime.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and basic machine upkeep.
• Use gauges and measuring tools to verify parts meet specifications.
• Support machine changeovers and production flow across multiple manufacturing areas.
• Maintain safe work practices and support 5S / continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to support manufacturing operations.

Skills

Machining experience

Gauging equipment

Preventative maintenance

Quality checks

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Back CNC Machine Operator
Machinist Piedmont , South Carolina Professional Direct Hire Oct 7, 2026

CNC Machine Operator – JTEKT

2nd & 3rd Shift Openings | New Pay Increase!

JTEKT is actively hiring CNC Machine Operators to support continued plant expansion and increased production demand within our highly automated manufacturing facility in Piedmont, SC.

This is a direct hire opportunity offering long-term stability, growth potential, and hands-on experience working with advanced CNC machining equipment, robotics, and automated production systems in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

If you have experience in CNC machining, automated manufacturing, machine operation, robotics, or mechanical troubleshooting, we’d love to speak with you.

Shift Openings

• 2nd & 3rd Shift

Pay

• Starting Pay: $24.76/hr
• Off-Shift Differential: +$2.00/hr
• Total Off-Shift Pay: $26.76/hr

What You’ll Do

• Operate and support CNC machining equipment in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment
• Work with automated and semi-automated production equipment and robotic systems
• Perform machine startup procedures and production quality checks
• Troubleshoot minor machine interruptions and support production uptime
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and basic machine upkeep
• Use gauges and measuring tools to verify parts meet specifications
• Support machine changeovers and production flow across multiple manufacturing areas
• Maintain safe work practices and support 5S / continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to support manufacturing operations

Minimum Requirements / Skills Needed

• Prior machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to properly use gauging equipment such as calipers, bore gauges, micrometers, and related inspection tools
• Knowledge of equipment condition check sheets and production documentation
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks as required by production schedules
• Ability to complete required quality checks and troubleshoot production stoppages
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to learn multiple production lines and cross-train as needed
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards
• Regular and dependable attendance
• Ability to work overtime and any assigned shift as needed

Preferred Backgrounds

Experience in any of the following is highly valued:

• CNC machining
• Automotive manufacturing
• Robotics / automation
• Production technician roles
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine setup and operation
• Metal fabrication or metalworking
• High-volume manufacturing environments

Why JTEKT?

• Direct hire opportunity
• Major plant expansion and continued growth
• Opportunity for advancement and cross-training
• Modern automated manufacturing environment
• Competitive pay and shift differential
• Stable automotive manufacturing industry
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety and continuous improvement

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout shift
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment requiring PPE, including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses