Metalworking Production Operator - 1st Shift - Starting salary $20

  • Kloeckner Metals
  • Lancaster, South Carolina
  • Full Time

Job Summary

Industrial Manufacturing Services (IMS), now part of Kloeckner Metals Corporation, is looking for a Metalworking Production Operator to work 1st Shift. This position includes operation of various metalworking machinery (ex - press brakes, mills, lathes, saws, grinder, etc.) for the purpose of fabricating high precision parts.

  • 1st shift works from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and must be open to working overtime

Job Responsibilities

  • Operation of metalworking machinery for forming, bending, turning, milling and/or cutting steel.
  • Other metalworking positions include general labor for loading and unloading machines and deburring/grinding for manual weld spatter removal
  • Perform routine operations including loading raw material and start-up/shut down of equipment
  • Monitor machine performance regarding accuracy of quantity and quality output, making adjustments as needed
  • Perform basic preventative and routine machine maintenance
  • Manual assembly of product with use of manual and powered tools
  • Proper stacking and protection of parts as required to maintain specified quality standard
  • Ensure accuracy of parts produced by visual inspection and/or by use of standard inspection instruments (i.e., micrometers, calipers, etc.).
  • Submit first and last piece production for Quality Control approval
  • Enter data on production reports regarding shop orders worked on, quantity produced, time worked, etc.
  • Follow and verify all instruction provided by work orders and customer blueprints
  • Notify supervision of problems with equipment and/or tooling that may cause defects/lost time
  • Comply with all safety practices and Company policies
  • Perform basic housekeeping duties.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Ability to accurately read blueprints, is a plus
  • Prior metalworking, construction, or mechanical trade experience, is ideal
  • Able to pass background check
  • Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility

Working Conditions

  • Fast paced environment that includes constant standing
  • Repetitive; moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

  • Industry leading Paid Time Off
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401(K)
Job ID: 478336585
Originally Posted on: 5/24/2025

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