Machine Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks a dependable Machine Operator for a contract/temporary role in Ridgeville, SC. Ideal for candidates with 1–2 years in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operation who enjoy hands-on work.

You will operate and monitor production equipment, inspect products for quality, and support safe, efficient operations. The position offers hands-on training, team-focused environment, and opportunities to grow in CNC-related production operations.

Qualifications

• Operate and monitor machinery in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Perform product inspections and support quality control standards.
• Complete basic machine setup, adjustments, cleaning, and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain safe, organized, and productive work areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production machinery according to established procedures.
• Inspect finished products to confirm quality standards, measurements, and specifications are met.
• Identify machine issues, production concerns, defects, or safety risks and report them to supervisors.
• Perform routine cleaning, basic preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of equipment and work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality control standards, and production guidelines.
• Support daily production goals and assist with additional manufacturing duties as needed.

Skills

Operate machinery

Quality inspection

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Machine Operator for a contract/temporary opportunity in Ridgeville, SC. This role is ideal for someone with 1 to 2 years of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operation experience who enjoys hands‑on work in a fast‑paced environment.

As a Machine Operator, you will operate and monitor production equipment, inspect finished products, support quality standards, and help keep production running safely and efficiently. This is a strong opportunity for candidates who are detail‑oriented, mechanically inclined, and interested in building experience within manufacturing and CNC‑related production operations.

Candidates can expect a team‑oriented production environment focused on safety, quality, consistency, and productivity. The right person will appreciate clear expectations, supportive supervision, hands‑on training, and the opportunity to contribute to a reliable and efficient operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production machinery according to established procedures.
• Inspect finished products to confirm quality standards, measurements, and specifications are met.
• Identify machine issues, production concerns, defects, or safety risks and report them to supervisors.
• Perform routine cleaning, basic preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of equipment and work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality control standards, and production guidelines.
• Support daily production goals and assist with additional manufacturing duties as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: $15 to $20 per hour.
• Job type: Contract/Temporary.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Operate and monitor machinery in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Perform product inspections and support quality control standards.
• Complete basic machine setup, adjustments, cleaning, and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain safe, organized, and productive work areas.

• 1 to 2 years of experience in machine operation, manufacturing, production, warehouse, or a related environment preferred.
• Comfortable using basic math, including measurements, counting, and production calculations.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment processes.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving ability, and communication skills.
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment while safely handling materials and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating production machinery, machining equipment, or CNC‑related equipment.
• Experience working in a safety‑focused manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with quality checks, measurements, machine adjustments, and production documentation.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.