Machine Operator I (1st shift)

Vertiv; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a dependable Machine Operator – Pre-Assembly to support the preparation and assembly of components used in the manufacturing process. You will operate pre-assembly equipment, prepare parts and subassemblies, and ensure materials meet quality and production requirements before final assembly.

This role ensures production flow, product quality, and operational efficiency while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, basic drawings, or production documentation.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Basic computer skills for production tracking or documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate pre-assembly machinery and equipment to prepare components and subassemblies according to work instructions and production specifications.
• Gather, stage, and prepare parts, hardware, and materials required for pre-assembly operations to support production schedules.
• Perform basic mechanical pre-assembly tasks such as fastening, fitting, or aligning components to create subassemblies for downstream production.
• Inspect components and subassemblies for accuracy, proper fit, and quality standards; identify and report defects or inconsistencies.
• Record production output, quality checks, and equipment performance using production logs or digital systems as required.
• Monitor machine performance during operation and notify maintenance or supervision of any malfunctions, abnormalities, or safety concerns.
• Follow all company safety procedures, operating guidelines, and PPE requirements while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and accessible.

Skills

Reading instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Attention to detail

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Machine Operator – Pre-Assembly to support the preparation and assembly of components used in the manufacturing process. In this role, you will be responsible for operating pre-assembly equipment, preparing parts and subassemblies, and ensuring materials meet quality and production requirements before final assembly. This position plays a critical role in maintaining production flow, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Machine Operator – Pre-Assembly to support the preparation and assembly of components used in the manufacturing process. In this role, you will be responsible for operating pre-assembly equipment, preparing parts and subassemblies, and ensuring materials meet quality and production requirements before final assembly. This position plays a critical role in maintaining production flow, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Operate pre-assembly machinery and equipment to prepare components and subassemblies according to work instructions and production specifications.
• Material Preparation: Gather, stage, and prepare parts, hardware, and materials required for pre-assembly operations to support production schedules.
• Assembly Support: Perform basic mechanical pre-assembly tasks such as fastening, fitting, or aligning components to create subassemblies for downstream production.
• Quality Verification: Inspect components and subassemblies for accuracy, proper fit, and quality standards; identify and report defects or inconsistencies.
• Documentation & Reporting: Record production output, quality checks, and equipment performance using production logs or digital systems as required.
• Equipment Monitoring: Monitor machine performance during operation and notify maintenance or supervision of any malfunctions, abnormalities, or safety concerns.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all company safety procedures, operating guidelines, and PPE requirements while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Housekeeping & Organization: Maintain a clean and organized workstation, ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and accessible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or machine operation experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, basic drawings, or production documentation
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Basic computer skills for production tracking or documentation

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds continuously throughout the workday.
• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, push and pull.
• Perform grasping, handling, and repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate tools, equipment, machinery controls, and computer devices as required.
• Safely operate hand tools, light power tools, and rotating equipment as required by the position.
• Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the position.
• Ability to climb and descend ladders, stairs, platforms, and work areas safely as required by the position.

Work Environment

• The need to work safely around manufacturing processes and equipment while following all applicable safety policies and procedure
• Varying temperatures, including temperatures occasionally above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
• Moderate to high levels of noise in designated production areas.
• Outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, and other environmental elements, as business needs require.
• Welding operations, including exposure to welding arcs, sparks, heat, and airborne particulates in designated production areas.

Time Travel Required

No travel required.

Our Core Principals

• Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
• Promote Transparent & Open Communication

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $8 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130+ countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.