Machine Operator

⚙️ Launch Your Career as a Machine Operator!

PDS Tech Commercial | Supporting a Global Leader in Industrial Automation

Job Overview

• Location: Orange, VA

• Pay Rate: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour (Paid Weekly)

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shifts Available)

• Position Type: Full-Time / On-Site

About the Role

Start your manufacturing career with an industry leader! PDS Tech Commercial is seeking dependable and motivated Machine Operators to join a leading industrial automation team in Orange, VA.

This hands-on role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with machinery, producing high-quality components, and building valuable technical skills in a fast-paced production environment. If you are looking for a stable schedule with steady pay and opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Safely set up and operate conventional and CNC machinery, including winders, milling machines, drill presses, broaches, lathes, saws, grinders, and welders.

• Finishing & Quality: Sand, deburr, and clean finished parts to meet strict quality and dimensional standards.

• Technical Maintenance: Apply knowledge of material hardness, cutting tools, speeds/feeds, coolant application, and machining techniques during daily operations.

• Safety & Standards: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation in compliance with facility safety regulations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Prior experience as a CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, or in a similar industrial role.

• Familiarity with various CNC machines, controls, and basic machining techniques.

• Solid understanding of blueprint reading, tool setups, and safety procedures.

Preferred Skills (Sets You Apart):

• 2 to 4 years of hands-on machining or manufacturing experience.

• Basic welding, torch, or metal fabrication knowledge.

• Experience working in high-volume production or industrial automation environments.

Who You Are

• Quality-Focused: You take pride in delivering precise, flaw-free work.

• Safety-Minded: You prioritize safety protocols for yourself and your team.

• A Team Player: You communicate clearly, ask questions, and collaborate well with others.

• A Problem Solver: You make sound operational decisions and adapt to shift demands.

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

• ???? Competitive Pay: Starting at $18.00 – $19.00/hr with weekly direct deposit.

• ????️ Consistent Hours: Monday through Friday schedule.

• ???? Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage available.

• ???? Paid Time Off: Paid holidays (where applicable).

• ???? Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training and skill development with a global industry leader.

• ???? Great Culture: A supportive, team-oriented, and safety-first work environment.

???? How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career?

Apply today to speak with a recruiter and secure your preferred shift!

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Every year, PDS Tech Commercial and PDS Defense place thousands of skilled trades and engineering associates into roles all across the nation. Since our founding in 1977, we have maintained the highest standard of service and satisfaction among both talent and clients.

Today, we continue to deliver exceptional services as a proud member of The Adecco Group (TAG) family, a leading global workforce solutions provider. What does this mean for you? We are united by a powerful mission: making the future work for everyone. We offer our local experience paired with global resources, bringing significant advantages to all our areas of expertise. From end-to-end digital recruitment to priority redeployment and beyond, we are committed to building a better world of work for all.