Mechanic

Valmet Corporation; Aiken, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Company pension plan

Job summary

Valmet Corporation in Aiken, SC is seeking a skilled Machinist to operate CNC lathes and machining centers, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet exact specifications.

In this full-time role, you will set up tools and fixtures, monitor processes, and collaborate with a team to deliver high-quality components for power and paper industry equipment. A solid machining background and commitment to safety are essential, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading blueprints and setup sheets.
• Previous CNC machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and machining centers with precision.
• Set up tools, fixtures, and workpieces.
• Monitor processes and verify parts meet specifications.
• Read and interpret routing documents and inspection criteria.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

Setup and Tooling

Quality Inspection

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC Lathe

CNC Milling

Measuring Tools

Job description

## MachinistApply: Aiken, SC: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R53410## **Join our team in Aiken, SC as a Machinist!**Become part of a team that believes in continuous investment in your skills, growth, and overall well‐being. At Valmet, a global leader in technologies and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, we take pride in producing high‐quality equipment that keeps mills and manufacturing operations running around the world. We depend on talented professionals like you to help make it possible.In this role, you will play a direct part in the creation of precision‐machined components used in our systems. Your day‐to‐day work will be hands‐on—operating CNC lathes and machining centers, setting up tools and workpieces, monitoring equipment, and ensuring every part meets strict specifications. You’ll read and interpret blueprints, set‐up sheets, and routing documents, working with accuracy and consistency to produce high‐quality results. Many tasks will require strong focus, mechanical insight, and a commitment to safe, reliable operation—often including the use of cranes to move large or heavy components.Success in this position comes from a solid foundation in machining practices, a strong mechanical aptitude, and an ability to maintain precision throughout repetitive and detailed work. You’ll thrive here if you take pride in craftsmanship, enjoy solving problems on the shop floor, and appreciate being part of a supportive, team‐oriented environment.**We offer**We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.**Additional Information**Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.***When everything works together****Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers**Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission.**#Li-Onsite*