Production Technician- Valve 3rd Shift

Reliable Sprinkler Co.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Job summary

Reliable Sprinkler Co. in Liberty, SC is seeking a Production Technician for the Valve department on the 3rd shift. You will set up and verify CNC and manual equipment, adjust tooling, and support new product launches, while ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, blueprint reading, and experience with CAD/CAM software. Join a team focused on reliability and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Outstanding organization and documentation skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and GD&T concepts.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC equipment from programs and drawings, adjusting as needed.
• Perform first piece quality checks with precision instruments.
• Maintain 5S and safe workplace practices at all times.
• Report programming or tooling issues to Maintenance/Engineering.
• Support preventative maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

CNC programming

Manual assembly

Quality inspection

Reading blueprints

Use calipers

Tools

CAD/CAM software

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Production Technician- Valve 3rd Shift

Department: Valves

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Liberty, SC

Reporting To: Gary Davis

Description

The Production Technician setups, adjusts, and verifies programming for the operation of CNC equipment, manual and automated assembly equipment, and auxiliary equipment in the Valve Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
• Works from established programs, drawings, specifications, operational data, and set-up instructions defining and coding tools, fixtures and material clamping methods, machine calibrations and console settings
• Recognize and report errors in programming and operations, and collaborate with the Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering Departments
• Support new product launches to include first article, RFP, and RFS production stages
• Diagnose operating difficulties and make appropriate remedial adjustments to realign the machine, change tooling, adjust offsets, recalibrate limits and repair minor tooling malfunctions, to correct operational dimensional deviations, and verifies parts after said adjustments
• Establish, scheduling, and conduct preventative maintenance functions
• Recommends tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in formulating practical programming for new, improved, and unusual production requirements
• Perform first piece quality checks using a variety of precision measurement equipment
• Maintain proper records regarding machine maintenance, spare parts, purchases, downtime, and in process reject analysis, process history/logs, setup/changeover checklists, etc.
• Identifies continuous improvement opportunities and project tasks to manage and implement appropriately
• Responsible for making sure the area is clean and safe by maintaining and promoting the Company's 5S program
• Performs other duties as directed

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Outstanding organization and documentation skills
• Strong critical thinking skills using logic and analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses
• Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
• Excellent verbal, written and reading comprehension skills
• Possess strong commitment to a team environment while working well with others
• Working knowledge of calipers, indicators, volt meters, ring gauges, and other types of gauges to identify and adjust set-ups and improvement possibilities
• Well-versed in blueprints, materials, specifications, and drawings
• Well-versed in Total Predictive Management and Total Process Reliability concepts
• Ability to read and comprehend basic pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical schematics
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
• Knowledge of hand tools and large scale machines
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Solid understanding of mathematics and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Working knowledge of machines and computers
• Knowledge of standard safety practices
• Knowledge of PLC programming/troubleshooting

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA are available the 1st of the month following your start date
• 401k with company match is available 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
• Company-provided Life Insurance is provided for you 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
• 3 PTO days after 60 days of employment (hourly and non-exempt positions only)
• 2 weeks of vacation after 6 months of employment
• 10 paid holidays - including your birthday!
• Paid weekly