Senior Operator & Training Leader — ESOP Plant

Central States, Inc.; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Education assistance

Profit-sharing

Medical

Dental

Vision

Holiday pay

Vacation pay

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Wellness program

HSAs

FSAs

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Merit increases

SHINE program

Job summary

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Senior Operator to lead advanced manufacturing, operate high-precision equipment, and mentor Operators. You will support safety, quality, and on-time production while coordinating across shifts and training new hires.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in production equipment and lead-level experience, plus lean manufacturing familiarity. This on-site role includes benefits and travel up to 5%.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three years of production equipment experience
• Experience with hoists, cranes, forklifts
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and measurement tools
• Prior lead, senior, or trainer-level production role
• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing, machining, or mechanics
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

• Operate advanced equipment and set up production lines.
• Lead and mentor Operators and Technicians.
• Coordinate workflow and ensure on-time performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate as needed.
• Maintain safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Cross-train across production areas and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & mentoring

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3 years production equipment experience

Hoists, cranes, forklifts experience

Ability to read drawings/specs/measurement tools

Lead/trainer production role

Technical/vocational training in manufacturing

Lean manufacturing/5S/CI familiarity

Tools

Hoists

Cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Senior Operator to lead advanced manufacturing, operate high-precision equipment, and mentor Operators. You will support safety, quality, and on-time production while coordinating across shifts and training new hires.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in production equipment and lead-level experience, plus lean manufacturing familiarity. This on-site role includes benefits and travel up to 5%.