Mechanical Technician, Machine Operator

HII

. Operate light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and equipment, including small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drills, punch presses, power brakes, shears, and saws .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeGoose Creek • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating and maintaining light-duty machine tools, including lathes and mills, while ensuring quality control through precise measurements and adjustments. Capable of working in various physical conditions and environments, adhering to safety and operational standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Machine OperationQuality ControlMaintenance SkillsNumerically Controlled MachinesPhysical Stamina

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Hard Skills

Light-Duty Machine OperationMachining SetupQuality MeasurementNumerically Controlled Machine OperationMachine Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

LathesPower MillsExtruding MachinesDrillsPunch PressesPower BrakesShearsSaws

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentCertification May Be Required

Industry Keywords

U.S. Citizenship RequiredRespirator Fit TestExtreme HeightsConfined SpacesHeavy Lifting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and equipment, including small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drills, punch presses, power brakes, shears, and saws
Set up machining machines and make adjustments
Perform maintenance on machines
Check work using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances
Operate some numerically controlled machines
Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
May require certification
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to climb ladders and work at extreme heights
Ability to work in small, tight, or confined spaces
Ability to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb daily
Ability to lift heavy objects weighing 40 lbs. or more
Ability to work while repeatedly reaching overhead
Ability to work indoors or outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
Ability to take and pass a respirator fit test
Ability to work assigned shift as production needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
On-site health centers
Tele-medicine
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings plan options (401K)
Financial education and planning tools
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth