Manufacturing Utility Operator - 1st shift

oxco; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxco, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Utility Operator for the 1st shift to ensure production work centers have all necessary materials and supplies. You will support the preparation and movement of core materials, tools, and equipment, while maintaining safety and efficiency across multiple work orders.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read work orders, and collaboration with operators and material handlers to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred and manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of Oxco’s production equipment and processes is highly preferable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work centers have materials and supplies to prevent workflow disruptions.
• Safely operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and material carts as needed.
• Read and comprehend work orders and communicate issues to shift/department.
• Support standard work development and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Deliver materials, fixtures, and tooling to the assigned area.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area following safety guidelines.

Skills

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Only candidates authorized to work in the United States for any employer will be considered.

Why OXCO?

For over 30 years, Oxco, LLC has become known as a creative and reliable engineered materials solution provider with a strong client base across many markets. We are on a growth mission at Oxco! In 2025, we expanded our business with a mid-west location, and we continue to search for like-minded, value add businesses to add to our portfolio. We offer a competitive total rewards package and an opportunity for growth and career development. More importantly, we have amazing employees who thrive on teamwork and a shared desire to exceed the needs of our customers.

Role Summary - Manufacturing Utility Operator 1st Shift

This employee is primarily responsible for ensuring production work centers have all necessary materials and supplies at the right time and place, thereby preventing workflow disruptions and increasing machine uptime. Materials and supplies may include a combination of cut cores, packing materials, blade replacements, printing job supplies, and others that are required for completing each respective work order.

Functions/Responsibilities

• Conduct, behavior and actions in accordance with Oxco core values of Caring, Creativity, Determination, Dependability and Teamwork
• Conduct, behavior and actions in accordance with Oxco’s Valued Colleague Pledge
• Read and comprehend the requirements of the work order
• Escalate any operational issues or concerns regarding safety, quality, delivery, or productivity
• Safely operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, material carts, and (if applicable), fork trucks
• Support creation and refinement of standard work, and participate in cost reduction initiatives
• Deliver materials (non-raw goods), fixtures, and tooling to the assigned work center
• Remove finished goods, empty containers, and scrap from workstation to keep area orderly
• Safely operate the core cutting machine and/or circular saw to provide correct sizes and quantities of cores for multiple work orders across multiple shifts
• Verify that WIP (work in process) cores are the correct length, diameter and thickness
• Assist with preparing, cleaning, repairing, and storing Universal stenciling systems
• Prepare blade holders and distribute them according to work order requirements
• Replace wrapping material for L-Sealer, as required
• Provide materials for work orders to include tape, staples, and any other supplies required
• Communicate necessary information to the appropriate shift/department to ensure effective operations
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all safety guidelines
• Wear PPE applicable to the job being performed, maintain constant alertness
• Other additional duties as assigned provided the necessary training requirements have been completed

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED with experience working in a manufacturing setting is preferred
• Knowledge of Oxco’s production equipment and processes is highly preferable.

Skills:

• Thorough understanding of basic measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers
• Mathematical reasoning – able to perform mathematical and measurement conversions, knowledge of common units for textiles
• High attention to detail – ability to see errors and identify inconsistencies
• Problem Solving – work independently and with others to resolve issues
• Collaboration – Work effectively with operators, material handlers, and other personnel to achieve established outcomes
• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication
• Multi-tasking – Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks with deadlines

Equal Opportunity Statement

Thank you for considering a career opportunity with Oxco! Oxco, LLC and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.