Machine Operator

  • Rinker Pipe
  • Columbia, South Carolina
  • Full Time

We are looking for a MACHINE OPERATOR to join our Columbia, SC plant. As a Machine Operator with Rinker Materials, you will contribute to one of the nation's largest manufacturers of reinforced concrete pipe, box, bridge, and other related infrastructure products for stormwater and sanitary applications.

You will work become part of a community that prioritizes not only our customers but also values our dedicated and loyal employees

Why apply?

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical and prescription drug coverage
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Health savings and flexible spending account
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Growth & Development opportunities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Mental Health through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness benefits including low-cost gym memberships

About the Role:

Responsibilities:

  • Perform a variety of job duties such as welding, work from shop drawings, sketches and other information.
  • Operate production equipment and material handling equipment and align machines
  • Operate cranes and hoists
  • Transfer loads to construction sites and discharge safely
  • Bind loads to cranes
  • Inspect equipment and machinery
  • Keep and update maintenance and activity log
  • Carry out basic repairs to machines
  • Set up machinery based on complex manuals
  • Coordinate with ground operators and interpret hand and verbal signals
  • Follow safety guidelines and protocols
  • Make inspections and periodic checks of equipment to detect mechanical difficulties; maintain necessary service records as required
  • Understand operation and maintenance of equipment and related processing equipment
  • Operate a forklift
  • Observe, understand and apply all administration and safety precautions, rules and procedures throughout the plant
  • Maintain work area in a clean, organized and safe manner
  • Train and mentor new team members
  • Perform other related duties as required and directed by leadership to manufacture concrete products

About You

We Require:

  • 1 plus years of experience working in a Concrete Plant
  • Previous experience as a crane operator or a similar role
  • Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, multiplication)
  • Knowledge of basic measurements and how to read a tape measure
  • Must be able to use extreme caution when working around cranes, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction, first time quality and efficiency

About Us:

As you explore the career opportunities at Rinker, you'll discover a wide range of positions. We're always on the lookout for passionate individuals who are committed to Excellence and share our vision of a better future. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to some of the most exciting infrastructure projects, we invite you to explore our current job openings and start your journey with us.

Let's build a better future together.

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Job ID: 480020187
Originally Posted on: 6/6/2025

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