Machine Operator 1st Shift M-Th. Fountain Inn, SC
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production QC/QA
WHO WE ARE
Since 1938, Setterstix Inc., the originator of the paper lollipop stick, has dedicated itself to providing exceptional quality and service to its customers. Setterstix customers continue to enjoy our uncompromising commitment to satisfy their paper stick requirements. Setterstixprovides superior paper sticks to the confectionery, food, pharmaceutical,novelty and health & beauty care industries. Whether lollipop & sucker sticks, candy apple sticks, cotton swab sticks or the more recent cake-popsticks, the “Setterstix” name is known worldwide for consistent quality and customer service.
THE MISSION:
The Machine Operator plays a key role in supporting the achievement of Settertix business objectives by:
- Monitor and review information from materials, events, orthe environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Analyze information and evaluating results to choose thebest solution and solve problems.
- Perform physical repairs to production machines.
A SNAPSHOT OF EXCITING THINGS YOU WILL DO:
- Operate all machines in accordance with Setterstixsafety standards and product specification sheets. Machines comprise stick machine from paper loading to auto packer, the carton erector, printer, pointer.
- This would include understanding of all applicable data noted on specification sheets and what actions need to be takento satisfy specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect orassess problems.
- Assure product quality by performing regular Quality Control checks of stick characteristics while performing the machine technician function (length,diameter, stiffness, wax amount, etc.) according to SOP.
- Assure quick problem solving and execution to achieve Setterstix targets
- Complete all necessary paperwork used in the production process accurately.
- Achieve thetasks following the standards of the Setterstix Quality Management System,inclusive of BRC.
HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Communication:
Work with others, through effective communication, for safe operation. - Attention to Detail:
Job requires being careful about detail and thoroughness in completing tasks. - Cooperation:
Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. - Dependability:
Reliable, punctual, responsible, and dependable are necessary in this role. - Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2+ years’ experience as a Process Technician.
- You have done physical repairs to a production machine not just entered programing.
- Certification or credential in related fields from local career & technology center and/or local technical college is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to learn new skills on the job.
- Problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
- Desire to multitask in a fast-paced, often-changing environment.
BENEFITS
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K (Match)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Holidays
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
Up to $22.39/ hr
Schedule:
10 Hour
Shift: 1st Shift 6:00AM- 4:30PM Monday
- Thursday
SETTERSTIX considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin,gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy,leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law.
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SETTERSTIX IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE)
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER
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