Machine Operator - 1st Shift (5 am to 3 pm)

Job Description

Burton Mill Solutions is a proud division of Wood Technologies International (WTI). In 2021, Burton Mill Solutions and USNR merged to form WTI. In doing so, Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates have become the world’s most comprehensive supplier of modern lumber processing equipment, technology, and essential tooling which has allowed us to provider an unprecedented range of wood processing technology and technical expertise, including saws and knives, machinery and automation, process engineering, and mill flow.

Employees are the foundation of our Company’s success going back 100+ years. We are committed to continuous improvement and learning, exceptional quality, connecting with our customers, and good relationships with our employees.

We are seeking a Machine Operator for 1st Shift (5 am to 3 pm) to join our team of talented people to help continue our tradition of innovation and market leadership. This position works out of our facility in Fountain Inn, SC. Come and grow with us!

Our machine operators expertly use advanced machines and tools to cut, sharpen and grind steel to perfection, transforming raw steel into the razor-sharp edges that power our industry.

Pay range is $18.00 -$19.50 per hour.How you will make a positive impact:

Set up machines and change tooling or saw blades to grind/cut steel

Use specialized saws or hand tool

Use calipers and micrometers, must understand fractions and decimals

Read industrial knife blueprints

Perform quality checks

Complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPCs) for all assignments

Forklift Certified (or able to become certified)

Load and unload steel from machines

Add coolant and empty swarf

General cleaning of machines and area

Work with a high sense of urgency

Wear all required PPE

May be required to provide support and training to others

Active participation in Lean and Safety Training

Must cross-train to other positions as requested

Other duties as assigned.The value you bring:

Technology:

Must accurately input data into ERP System

Microsoft: Teams and email

Able to work with people to troubleshoot problems

Able to accomplish daily work requirements to meet customer demands

Must be able to speak and read English

Must be able to do basic math

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Must have high school diploma or equivalentBurton Mill Solutions is pleased to offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of the month following date of hire

Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)

Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with employee-paid options for additional life insurance and long-term disability

401k with employer matching available

Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period to use accrued time

8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Up to $300 per year in Wellness Activity Reimbursement

Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Annual reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses based on the nature of the job

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and activities. It is intended to provide a summary of the position’s general scope and function within the company. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. We take pride in and value diversity in our workforce, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Burton Mill Solutions participates in E-Verify and will only employ individuals who are verified as legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, currently or in the future.

To learn more about our company, and the products and services we provide, please visit

Full-time