Machinist​/Fabricator

Sid Harvey’s an HVAC wholesale distributor of heating, cooling and refrigeration equipment and products is seeking a full-time employee for the Manufacturing Plant in Andrews, South Carolina.

Location: Andrews, SC Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and dependable Fabrication Technician to join our machine shop team. This role requires experience operating CNC plasma tables, performing manual machining, and aluminum welding. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced shop environment.

Type of Work: Mix of production and custom fabrication, including plasma cutting, manual machining, and aluminum welding on light-duty assemblies. Fast-paced environment requiring consistency, accuracy, and the ability to handle repeat jobs while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain CNC plasma cutting table
• Perform manual machining operations (lathe, mill, drilling, tapping)
• Weld aluminum components (primarily MIG and/or TIG)
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders
• Measure and inspect parts to ensure quality and accuracy
• Set up fixtures and tooling as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all shop safety procedures and guidelines

Qualifications:

• Proven experience with CNC plasma table operation
• Strong manual machining skills (lathe and mill)
• Aluminum welding experience (TIG preferred, MIG acceptable)
• Ability to read blueprints and independently complete parts to spec
• Proficient with measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent productivity throughout the workday
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on shop environment
• Able to troubleshoot setups, make minor adjustments, and keep jobs moving without constant supervision

Deal breaker: Applicants must be able to independently set up, run, and complete parts to print without ongoing supervision—this is not a training position. Must be able to pass a drug test.

Preferred (but not required):

• Experience with CAD/CAM software
• Previous work in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with powder coating or finishing processes

Benefits - In addition to highly competitive wages, full-time employees enjoy a very robust benefits package, including:

Generous company contribution for the employee as well as qualified spouse and dependents insurance for:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays and Sick time.
• 401-K with partial company match and Profit Sharing.
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