Machine Operator | 1st Shift

About the role

Burton Mill Solutions, a division of Wood Technologies International (WTI), seeks a Machine Operator for 1st shift (Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with overtime potential) at our facility in Fountain Inn, SC.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and change tooling or saw blades to grind/cut steel
• Operate specialized saws or hand tools
• Use calipers and micrometers; understand fractions and decimals
• Read industrial knife blueprints
• Perform quality checks and complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPCs) for all assignments
• Load and unload steel from machines; add coolant and empty swarf
• General cleaning of machines and work area
• Forklift certified or able to become certified
• Work with a high sense of urgency and wear all required PPE
• Provide support and training to others as needed
• Participate actively in Lean and Safety Training
• Cross-train to other positions as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must accurately input data into the ERP system
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams and email
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and meet daily customer demands
• English language fluency (speak and read)
• Basic math skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• High school diploma or equivalent

Pay

$20 – $22 per hour; periods of mandatory overtime are likely.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and dependents starting the 1st of the month following hire
• Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with options to purchase additional life and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period
• 8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
• Up to $300 per year in Wellness Activity Reimbursement
• Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Annual reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses based on job requirements