Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift, 3pm - 11:30pm

Nordson; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in South Carolina is seeking a Machine Operator to produce machined parts and tools while ensuring quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in CNC operations and a strong understanding of machining processes. This role requires attention to detail and problem-solving skills to maintain high production standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in CNC operation and metal component manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain CNC machinery.
• Inspect machined parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Follow safety and quality production standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Previous 1-2 years in a machine manufacturing operating role

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Machine Operator to join our team. As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for to making production machined parts and tools products by using precision CNC computer various manufacturing equipment. The job will use standard work to control the safe and efficient management operations of the machinery and manufacturing equipment. Under the guidance of machinist and leadership you will produce parts on time and within specified tolerances. Once parts are produced you will be responsible to inspect the parts verifying all critical dimensions are within specified ranges/targets. The role also requires a high level of attention to detail to ensure quality production and reliability in attendance to ensure our on-time delivery to our customer stays at a world class level.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.
• Utilizing strong math skills for inputting to monitor and adjust specific dimensions and figures into the CNC machinery
• Ability to analyze the information provided on blueprints or other explanatory documents to make sure the final product matches the draft expected results.
• Understanding of how the machine works to maintain the machinery for which they are responsible and ensure it functions properly.
• Problem-solving skills in order to detect issues in the creation process and assist finding solutions to ensure the machinery creates the product provided in the draft
• Light assembly, deburring and general handling of parts / work in process.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance tasks on machines per manufacturer s required scheduled routine checklist
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined product work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers
• Intermediate Ability to read basic blueprints and determine critical values.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Cross-train to on other equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Education and Experience Requirements

• Follow established assembly procedures to ensure quality production.
• Previous 1-2 years in a machine manufacturing operating role manufacturing metal components

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, communication and computer skills.
• Oversees the dust collection operations: Power, chip/scrap removal, changing bags, and maintenance.
• 2-3 years of CNC operation (Loading material, changing tooling, running programs, routine machine maintenance)
• 1-2 years experience in milling, drilling and tapping, drilling, blue print reading , and measuring instruments preferred.
• Experience with grinders and lathes machine tools (lathe, mill band saws etc.) a plus
• Strong understanding of mathematics
• Strong communicator and team player
• Ability to work independently and high attention to detail.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• The employee must consistently lift and /or move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is consistently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

None

Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.