Machine Operator 1st shift
- Location
- Trenton, SC - USA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
Skills mentioned
- Machinery operation
- Machine maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Hand tools
- Material handling
- Quality control
- Machine guarding
- Team communication
- Measuring instruments
- Cross-training
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About the job
We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
Major Responsibilities
- Proficiently operate and maintain basic machinery independently at a defined rate with proper quality
- Develop and maintain an understanding of the products assembled and how they impact the business.
- Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of the job as changes require.
- Safely handle materials utilizing proper lifting techniques, including overhead hoists/lift tables.
- Understand machine guarding and safe operation of machinery.
- Communicate hazards and/or equipment issues with leadership.
- May occasionally provide basic training to employees as needed
- Cross train in different areas within the department and flex to different stations as needed
Minimum Job Requirements Education
• High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 1 year of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent
- 1 year of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent
- Ability to pass the basic assessment test
- Ability to read and understand basic blueprints
- Detail oriented and organized.
- Work in a team environment in a professional manner
- Effectively communicate
- Utilize applicable hand tools with precision.
Preferred Job Requirements Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
• Ability to read blueprints/Diagrams, tape measure by millimeters and inches, dial caliper, and any other measuring instruments as needed and complete Measurement Quality Check sheet.
- Ability to read blueprints/Diagrams, tape measure by millimeters and inches, dial caliper, and any other measuring instruments as needed and complete Measurement Quality Check sheet.
- Ability to understand and execute basic standard machining procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use basic hand tools.
From West Coast Energy Systems LLC's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 23 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job