Manual & CNC Machinist

Powell Valves, a family-owned and financially secure company, has been a pioneer in the valve manufacturing industry since 1846. As a privately held global manufacturer, we boast over a century and a half of craftsmanship and valve expertise. Our innovative engineering and product development have positioned us as industry leaders, providing a wide variety of valves in bronze, iron, steel, and corrosion-resistant alloys.

Our products meet the highest quality standards, are competitively priced, and are manufactured using modern technology. Major end-user markets include petroleum refining, petrochemical processing, pulp/paper, and the power industries.

Job Details

Position: Manual Machinist & CNC Machinist
Shift: First Shift (7 AM - 3:30 PM)
Location: Powell Valves, 1568 Joe Rodgers Blvd., Manning, SC 29012

Salary Range: $18.00-$30.00/hour, depending on skill set

What We Offer

At Powell Valves, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 6%
• Short-term disability
• A clean, modern shop environment
• Opportunities to work on high-quality valve products that have stood the test of time

Why Join Us?

Imagine utilizing machining technology in a clean shop while producing high-quality valves that have been integral to revolutionary projects throughout history, including the Civil War and the Manhattan Project. Be proud to work for an organization that has played a significant role in helping our country thrive for over 179 years.

Many of our employees have been with us for more than 20 years, a testament to our supportive and rewarding work environment.

Responsibilities

• Have knowledge, experience and ability to set-up, adjust and operate all machines in the shop i.e. lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, etc.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all machine tools and all specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 3-10 years machining experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot on the spot
• Can assist QC in determining control dimensions to be charted.
• Communicate effectively with team members as well as management.

Salary/Compensation: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour