Machine Operator III: Production & Quality Focus

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC is hiring an Equipment Operator/Inspector to prepare machines, monitor production and inspect parts for defects. You will follow documented procedures, operate complex machinery and ensure PPE compliance.

The role emphasizes quality, safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities to work on a global team. Manufacturing experience and blueprint-reading skills are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to operate complex machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift medium-heavy objects if required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Two years of experience operating machines preferred.
• Experience with power tools preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for the production program by tooling and parametrization according to work order information.
• Check production status within and in between each production sequence and take action in case of deviations.
• Perform operations while controlling machine/production processes and follow documented procedures.
• Inspect manufactured parts, identify defects and discard defective parts and follow proper protocol.
• Support maintenance in the repair, prevention of downtime and inspection of machines.
• Follow all safety and production rules and ensure proper use of PPE at all times.

Skills

Operate manufacturing machinery

Read blueprints

Follow written and verbal instructions

Lift heavy objects

Authorized to work in US

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC is hiring an Equipment Operator/Inspector to prepare machines, monitor production and inspect parts for defects. You will follow documented procedures, operate complex machinery and ensure PPE compliance.

The role emphasizes quality, safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities to work on a global team. Manufacturing experience and blueprint-reading skills are valued.