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Machine Operator

Job in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, 35901, USA
Listing for: MKS Instruments
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-07
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Machine Operator, Production QC/QA, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Associate / Production Line
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 14.72 - 24.53 USD Hourly USD 14.72 24.53 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position: Machine Operator 1

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As a Machine Operator 1 at MKS, INC. you will partner with Manufacturing Operations to machine parts to specifications. In this role, you will report to the Supv, Mfg/Operations.

You Will Make an Impact By:
  • Operating a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines used in the production of the company’s product
  • Working from process sheets or written/verbal instructions given by supervisor to perform production tasks
  • Checking and inspecting operation against predetermined tolerances
Skills You Bring:
  • Work 3:40pm - 12:10am, Monday - Friday
  • 1+ year of related experience required
  • Requires production experience, basic reading, writing and addition and subtraction skills
Preferred

Skills:
  • Able to read and interpret blueprints
  • Be able to use a micrometer and caliper
Physical Demands and

Working Conditions:
  • Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
  • Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for 80% of the time
  • Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
  • Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
  • Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information
  • Operates in a [professional office and/or laboratory/manufacturing] environment
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
  • Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
  • Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
  • Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $14.72 - 24.53 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus:
This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.]

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed…

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