Manufacturing Operator - Lean & Troubleshooting (1st Shift)

Knowles Precision Devices; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Precision Devices is seeking a Manufacturing Operator 3 for 1st shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) in Liberty, SC. You will operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment while upholding safety, quality, and on-time delivery standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of manufacturing experience, the ability to read work instructions, and basic computer skills. Lean manufacturing experience, forklift certification, and robot troubleshooting are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read work instructions and operate production equipment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Lean manufacturing experience, quality inspection knowledge, forklift certification if applicable, and robot troubleshooting will be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned machinery, perform setups and changeovers, troubleshoot minor issues, and maintain production records.
• Perform inspections and support corrective actions.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain 5S standards.
• Participate in Lean initiatives and productivity improvements.
• Assist in training and mentoring operators and collaborate across functions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Strong communication

Training capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in manufacturing operations

Tools

Robot troubleshooting

Forklift certification

Job description

Knowles Precision Devices is seeking a Manufacturing Operator 3 for 1st shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) in Liberty, SC. You will operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment while upholding safety, quality, and on-time delivery standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of manufacturing experience, the ability to read work instructions, and basic computer skills. Lean manufacturing experience, forklift certification, and robot troubleshooting are a plus.