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Machine Operator - Mechanical Technician G3
Location: Charleston, SC
Shift:
Mon-Thurs: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator / Mechanical Technician G3 to operate light-duty bench and floor-type machine tools in a manufacturing environment. This role involves machining operations, equipment adjustments, quality verification, and adherence to strict OSHA and PPE safety standards.
This position requires candidates who are comfortable working in demanding industrial conditions and wearing required protective equipment daily.
Key Responsibilities

• Operate light-duty machine tools including:
  
  • Small lathes
  • Power mills
  • Extruding machines
  • Drills and punch presses
  • Power brakes, shears, and saws
• Set up machining equipment and perform adjustments
• Conduct basic maintenance on machines
• Inspect finished work using gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances
• Operate and monitor numerically controlled (NC) machines as applicable
• Verify product quality using statistical process control methods
• Follow all OSHA, site, and safety compliance standards

Required Training & Certifications
Candidates must be trained and qualified in accordance with the following OSHA standards:

• Confined Space (29 CFR 1915 Subpart B)
• Hazard Communication (29 CFR 1915.1200 / 1910.1200)
• Respirator Training & Medical Clearance (29 CFR 1910.134)
• Fall Protection / 4-D Body Harness (29 CFR 1915.159, 1915.71, 1915.73, 1915.77)
• PPE Training (29 CFR 1915 Subpart I)
• Hearing Conservation (29 CFR 1910.95)
• Audiometric Testing compliance
• Hexavalent Chromium medical clearance

Required PPE - Charleston Location
Daily use of respirator and full PPE is required.
Mandatory equipment includes:

• MSA Comfo Classic Half/Full Face Respirator
  OR 3M Speedglas PAPR 9100MP Adflo (H&S approval required)
• 3M DBI Sala ExoFit X100 Harness
• Nano-Lok Edge Twin Leg Self-Retracting Lanyards
• MSA Skullgard Hard Hat (White, labeled)
• Welding shield compatible with Skullgard Hard Hat
• 3M Peltor Optime 95 Earmuffs (ear plugs not permitted)
• Kleenguard Calico safety glasses (ANSI Z87 compliant)
• 8" safety boots or leather safety shoes with spats
• Flame-resistant coveralls with long sleeves
• Full welding jacket and leather bib

Work Environment

• Physically demanding industrial setting
• Exposure to temperature and humidity extremes
• Use of respirator and fall protection equipment required
• May require use of 60' self-retracting lifelines and beam clamp systems
• Compliance with ANSI Z359.1 standards required

Qualifications

• Experience operating machining equipment
• Ability to work with close tolerances and precision measuring tools
• Strong understanding of shop safety standards
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and elevated areas
• Reliable attendance for 1st shift schedule