Immediate Job Opportunity for Machine Operator

The Fountain Group LLC

West Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Bill of Materials (BOM), Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, High School Diploma, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Organizational Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Production Schedule, Productivity Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
LOCATION
West Columbia, SC
POSTED
3 days ago
The Fountain Group is currently seeking an Machine Operator for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in West Columbia, SC. Details for the position are as follows:
 
Title: Machine Operator (Fulltime)
Location: West Columbia, SC 29172, USA
Duration: Permanent position with benefits
Hourly Rate on W2: $22-25/hr. + Benefits
 
Job Description:
  • Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and product specifications.
  • Monitor process variables to ensure all products meet required performance and quality standards.
  • Load raw materials and unload finished goods according to bill of materials and product specifications.
  • Maintain accurate production records and equipment logs.
  • Meet daily output goals by adhering to production schedules.
  • Participate in operator-led preventive maintenance to ensure consistent machine performance.

 

Quality Assurance

  • Conduct in-line quality checks using approved measuring devices.
  • Adjust machine settings as needed to resolve quality concerns and maintain efficiency.
  • Report any equipment or measuring device malfunctions that may affect product quality.

Continuous Improvement & Leadership

  • Collaborate with the Slitting Manager to improve product settings, boost efficiency, and reduce scrap.
  • Support team members and serve as machine lead when required.
  • Train Slitting Helpers to ensure proper workflow and safety compliance.

Safety & Housekeeping

  • Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping guidelines.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area with clear walkways and properly stored materials.

 

Qualifications:

Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Slitting Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain slitting line equipment to ensure high-quality output. This position is essential to meeting production targets while maintaining strong safety, quality, and operational standards.

 High School Diploma or GED required.

Professional / Related Experience

 

**** Must Have Slitting Experience ****

5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a machine operator or helper.

2–4 years of specific machine operator experience.

Preferred: Experience working within the PSA (pressure-sensitive adhesive) or tape industry.

 

Skills & Physical Requirements

  • Basic reading and math comprehension.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl for 12-hour shifts
 
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About the Company

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The Fountain Group LLC

The Fountain Group provides Contingent Labor, Statement-of-Work, and Contingent-to-Permanent resources to clients with an internal/external Contingent Labor Managed Service Program or Clients without a program. The Fountain Group is committed to the belief that we all share in the responsibility to conduct our businesses in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We base this on the premise that a company is much more than the products it offers. The effect a company has on the environment, the people and the communities it serves reflects the company’s dedication to being not only a good business, but to being a good corporate citizen. The Fountain Group believes the key to servicing a client is to identify the client demand precisely. Therefore, The Fountain Group focused its efforts on building and developing a process, which can identify an exact match for our client’s needs. Our process utilizes modern technology combined with 30+ years of Talent Acquisition experience to deliver Precision resources. Financial strength is prominent among The Fountain Group’s corporate values. The future of our business will be built on the innovation, compassion, outstanding services and technology, but a solid financial foundation is required to carry us forward to meet our business goal and support our long term vision.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.thefountaingroup.com/