Machine Operator

Job title: Machine Operator

About the Role We’re hiring a Machine Operator (second shift) at our Hendersonville, NC location. You’ll prepare, inspect, and run parts through production machines in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, ensuring quality and efficiency.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a continuous and efficient flow of parts through assigned machines while monitoring operation, quality, and detail.
• Unload, inspect, and process ceramic and other components, identifying, removing, and documenting nonconforming materials.
• Accurately record production metrics (e.g., weight, dimensions, counts) and maintain quality tools and documentation using basic computer systems.
• Monitor and document machine performance, perform routine checks (every two hours), complete minor maintenance, and report repair needs.
• Complete all required production documentation, including shift pass-downs, while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including ISO, ITAR, and departmental operating procedures.
• Use measuring instruments and assist or guide less experienced operators as needed.
• Safely transport parts and cross-train on CMM and other measurement systems.
• Produce precision components within required timelines and support machinists as needed.
• Make machine adjustments using G-code and M-code as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• 1+ years of experience in a machining environment or Machine Technology certificate preferred.
• Ability to read and follow verbal/written instructions in English.
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals.
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Good vision and depth perception for inspection tools.
• Willingness to wear clean-room apparel (finger cots, masks, etc.).
• Physical capability to meet production demands, including extended standing or walking, routine movement and positioning, and lifting up to 30 lbs as required.
• Eligibility to work in an ITAR-regulated environment.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Nice to Have

• Machine Technology certificate (preferred).
• Experience with CMM or other measurement systems (as part of cross-training).

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $18 to $22.56 per hour (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills).
• Benefits include: 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start; 10 paid holidays per year; 401(k) with company match; Pension; Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Flexible schedules; Tuition reimbursement; Onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens; Employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and company match.