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Machine Operator

PDS Defense • South Carolina, South Carolina • 17h ago

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

??Machine Operator Kinston, SC Posted: 9/9/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

225415

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

Positions Available:

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a ??Machine Operator, in Kinston, SC.

Job Description:

-Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools to make parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

-Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required.

-May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

-Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

-Produce parts or assemblies using Conventional or Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) mediums, while simultaneously ensuring product and/or process quality at all levels of the manufacturing operation through monitoring/verification methodologies.

-Concurrently perform related functions to provide complete hardware in accordance with engineering specifications (e.g., operating multiple machines simultaneously, deburr part surface, milling, drilling, boring, honing, grinding, fastening).

-Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard lightbulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).

-Routinely move products within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, moves product to the next operation within a building.

-Support the continuous flow of products within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level.

-Trains to become MVP qualified.

-Each employee may be asked, on occasion, to complete other duties and responsibilities as required by leadership. Training and certification will be provided for the additional work when required.

Skills:

Required

-Must have basic machine operator skills

-Knowledge of station safety, quality (clean as you go / Foreign Object Debris) and OSHA regulations

-Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

-Ability to articulate complex issues to others.

-Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.

-Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Required:

-At least 3 years' machine operator experience

-Must be willing and able to work any shift to include working overtime as needed

Preferred:

-5+ years minimum experience in aviation production

Experience with CNC 5 axis machines

Education:

Required

-High School Diploma/GED or WorkKeys Assessment completion

-The ability to successfully complete the following training provided after recruitment:

-Health & Safety

-General aircraft familiarization

-Quality training

Preferred

-Training from a vocational school or previous employer in the use of machine operations

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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