Job Description
Machine Operator
Goose Creek, SC • Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
- Responsible for safely and efficiently operating various types of industrial equipment to support steel fabrication processes. This role includes working with machines such as press brakes, lasers, plasma and oxy-fuel cutters, saws, machining centers, and other shop equipment.
- Operate assigned machines which may include:
· CNC press brakes
· Laser cutting systems (e.g., TRUMPF)
· Plasma and oxy-fuel cutting tables
· Band saws and beam lines
· Vertical and horizontal machining centers
· Welding and grinding equipment - Perform machine setups, including loading materials, adjusting tooling, and entering programs.
- Review work instructions and maintain quality standards while supporting different areas of production as needed.
- Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
- Measure and inspect parts to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Perform basic machine maintenance and clean work area regularly.
- Assist with material handling and movement of parts when required.
- Follow safety guidelines and wear proper PPE at all times.
- Communicate with team members and supervisors about job progress or issues.
- Support production priorities and shift between work areas based on operational needs.
- All other duties assigned.
Requirements
Education and Experience: ·
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
· - Minimum of 2–4 years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Experience in steel fabrication is preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities: ·
- Experience operating industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read blueprints and follow written/verbal instructions.
- Familiarity with using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, and micrometers.
- Basic understanding of machine programming (for CNC-controlled equipment).
- Comfortable working in a shop environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy materials.
- Willingness to cross-train and support different equipment or production lines.
Competencies:
- Safety Awareness and attention to detail.
· - Shows up consistently and completes tasks on time.
- Understands how machines operate and recognizes signs of wear or malfunction.
- Works well with others to meet daily goals.
- Takes initiative and looks for ways to help in other areas when needed.
Travel Requirements:
- Travel between facilities as needed to support operational or training needs.
Physical Requirements: ·
- May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
- Ability to maneuver up to 50 lbs. independently.
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
Work Environment: ·
- Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area.
- All Keel locations are tobacco free where appropriate.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities.
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.
