Machine Operator

US641 Valmet, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Company-funded pension

Job summary

Valmet's manufacturing facility in Aiken, SC is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM). You will load materials, operate equipment, monitor production, and prepare finished goods for packaging while maintaining quality and safety standards.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and prior manufacturing or machine operation experience. The role involves lifting, PPE, and working in a fast-paced environment; team training and continuous improvement are part of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred.
• Must understand and follow safety guidelines.
• Ability to read work instructions and operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Load materials and operate machinery to produce parts.
• Monitor output and ensure product quality.
• Prepare finished products for packaging and shipment.
• Assist with training and maintain clean, safe work area.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join our manufacturing facility in Aiken, SC as a Machine Operator (3rd Shift) Schedule: Sunday Night through Thursday Night Hours: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM.

As a Machine Operator, you will play a key role in supporting production operations by safely operating equipment, maintaining product quality standards, and ensuring efficient manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for loading materials, operating machinery, monitoring production output, and preparing finished products for packaging and shipment.
• Additional responsibilities include performing normal cutoff roll operations, restarting boilers and compressors as needed, applying cement throughout the production process, and blasting rolls when required.
• Machine Operators are also expected to assist in training team members, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
• This position requires the ability to identify and address minor operational issues, follow work instructions accurately, and contribute to a safe and productive manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and have previous manufacturing, machine operation, or industrial experience.
• A strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate production equipment safely and efficiently are essential.
• Candidates must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, maintain a high level of attention to quality and safety standards, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• This role requires the ability to lift, move, pack, and handle production materials and finished goods throughout the shift.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment, while also supporting team members through training and collaboration when needed.
• Candidates must be willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety policies and procedures.
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a commitment to achieving production goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment are essential for success in this role.

We offer

A challenging and innovating work environment.

Standard compensation

Includes a generous wage structure and a benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company-funded pension.

Benefits

• 401k with company match
• company-funded pension

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 14,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2024, Valmet's net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet's shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.