The A-Level Maintenance Mechanic / Machinist is integral to the maintenance team, ensuring the optimal performance of machinery and equipment within our cable manufacturing facility. This role emphasizes minimizing equipment downtime through effective troubleshooting, repairs, and proactive maintenance strategies. Precision in measurements and a thorough understanding of mechanical systems are essential for both repairing existing machinery and installing new equipment. Key Responsibilities • Machinery Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in production equipment to ensure minimal downtime. • Preventive and Predictive Maintenance: Implement and adhere to maintenance schedules to prevent equipment failures and extend machinery lifespan. • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS): Utilize CMMS for tracking maintenance activities, logging work orders, and managing inventory. • Project Support: Assist in capital projects and facility expansions, including equipment installation and system upgrades. • Safety and 6S Compliance: Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to 6S principles (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety). • Supervisory Coverage: Provide occasional supervisory support as needed, ensuring continuity of operations. • Flexible Scheduling: Willingness to work weekends or alternative shifts based on operational requirements. Qualifications • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in industrial maintenance, with a focus on mechanical systems. • Education: Associate's degree in Maintenance Industrial Technology or equivalent training. • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in machining, welding (for repairs and light fabrication), pipefitting, and plumbing. • Alignment and Rigging: Experienced in rigging and aligning motors/pumps using dial indicators and laser alignment tools. • Diagnostic Tools: Proficient in using boroscopes and other diagnostic equipment for machinery assessment. • Blueprint Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics accurately. • Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and maintenance. • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with a focus on reliability and teamwork. • Aptitude Assessment: Successful completion of a general mechanical aptitude test. At Delectus, we pursue excellence in all we do. Our core values of character, capability, and responsibility shape our approach, ensuring precise matches between talent and opportunity. With a focus on enduring partnerships, we tailor our services to meet the distinctive needs of each client and candidate. Our seasoned professionals are dedicated to supporting you throughout the hiring process. Thank you for considering Delectus for your career journey. Join us in our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and delivering exceptional results in recruitment.
See More Details >>Job Summary Job requires Maintenance/Machine tech to perform diverse functions as requested by their supervisor. Functions include but are not limited to assembling machinery, machining components and performing existing part modifications when necessary. General building maintenance is required. Travel to other plant sites may be needed. Job Responsibilities • Works from prints or sketches should changes be needed follows AS9100 procedure to ensure modifications are properly documented. • Performs building maintenance as required. • Observes safety rules and regulations. • Works well in team orientated environment. • Work schedule will be set however can be changed depending on workload. Proper notification will be given. • Overtime and non-production work hours will be required as needs arise Qualifications • Ability to carry out oral and written instructions. • Ability to multitask. • Work in a team or alone as the particular job/situation requires. • Maintain neat and clean work area. Participates in 5s. • Be able to lift, push, pull, and/or stand for sustained periods. • Must have basic mathematical skills and be able to read and write legibly, and keep written records, as required. • Employee owned tools and toolbox encouraged. Cares for Zeus supplied tooling as if were own. • Be able to work in temperatures ranging from 30 degrees F to 100 degreesF, and work inside and outside, year round. • Be able to lift up to 75 pounds. • Be able to reach overhead with no difficulties. • Ability to diagnose problems quickly and solve promptly. • Be able to work in confined and restricted spaces. • Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Any unscheduled absence or tardy will have a negative impact on our ability to meet our production objectives. • Physical aspects of the job are defined on the Physical Demands Analysis located in HR. • Previous experience in industrial maintenance required. • Graduate of either a standard high school or vocational school. • Completion of either a two-year electrician training program, electrical technology, manufacturing technology, engineering technology or related program, or any equivalent combination of experience and training Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high. Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives. Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages. At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in “Turning polymers into possibilities.” Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision: Our Mission: Provide Solutions – Enable Innovation – Enhance Lives Our Vision: Working Together – Doing It Better Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we’re constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us? Content
See More Details >>Application Instructions Thank you for your interest in our company. Please review the Position Description and Requirements below to ensure that you possess the necessary qualifications. Then select Apply Now. You will be redirected to another screen with some additional tasks. Be sure to complete all necessary tasks prior to submitting your application. We look forward to evaluating your application. Position Description Job Summary: Asphalt milling surfaces of highways, streets and parking lots. This is a highly skilled position involving the control and operation of an asphalt milling machine as well as a skid steer with milling head and power broom attachment. Assignment to this position presumes the operation of such equipment as a regular assignment. Operators may assist in loading and unloading of trucks and using hand tools as related to the project. May function as a lead worker, on a limited basis. Essential Functions, skills and abilities: • Operate heavy, motorized equipment. • Operate asphalt cold milling machine including grade controls. • Perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks. • Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions. • Work independently in the absence of supervision. • Understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices. • Follow safety regulations and remove and minimize potential hazards. • Perform routine maintenance and ensure any needed repairs are made. • Report complex mechanical problems for shop repairs. Position Requirements Working Conditions: • Must travel from site to site. • Exposure to Dust • Loud Noises • Work in inclement weather conditions. Physical Condition/Requirements: • Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities such as: heavy lifting and climbing, operating motorized equipment and vehicles, work in confined spaces, work at heights, work around heavy construction equipment. • 1+ years of asphalt milling and/or paving experience • Familiarity with asphalt milling machines, dump trucks, paving equipment • Strong attention to detail. • Must be able to pass a drug screen Equal Opportunity Employer PALMETTO CORP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is PALMETTO CORP’s policy to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age or disability. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity. All current employees are encouraged to refer minority and women recruits for employment whenever hiring opportunities are available.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Orangeburg, SC, often begins with specialized education and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships typically last 4-5 years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Orangeburg, SC, machinists can expect to earn an average of $850 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $1,300 weekly. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, all of which are crucial for mastering the technical skills and soft skills necessary for a successful career in machining.
