Master Machinist

Sulzer Chemtech, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

12 Company Paid Holidays per year

Annual Bonus Program

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term/

Company Paid Life Insurance

6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Im.

Company Paid Retirement Security

Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Aid

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer Chemtech, S. de R.L. de C.V. is seeking a Sr. Machine Operator to operate and maintain production machinery, ensuring safe, efficient operations and high-quality output. The role includes advanced machine setup, monitoring performance, and supporting junior operators.

Ideal candidates have vocational training or equivalent experience, several years in industrial settings, and a solid understanding of safety and quality standards. You will work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or equivalent experience required.
• Several years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Proficiency in operating industrial machinery.
• Understanding of safety and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Document production data and report issues.
• Train and support junior machine operators.

Skills

Industrial machinery operation

Safety and quality standards

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Job description

About the role

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Job Summary

The Sr. Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production machinery, ensuring efficient and safe operations. This role performs advanced machine setup, monitors production quality, and may assist in training junior operators.

This job profile is intended for experienced support-level staff that generally works autonomously and only requires closer supervision in non-routine situations.

This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium, Large, Division / Extra Large organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Document production data and report issues.
• Train and support junior machine operators.

Skills & Qualifications

• Typically requires vocational training (or equivalent experience) and several years of relevant work experience to carry out the role.
• Proficiency in operating industrial machinery.
• Understanding of safety and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

What we offer you

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.